Lowerline – American
Lowerline transports the soulful, spice-laden spirit of New Orleans to a cozy Brooklyn storefront, where the air hangs heavy with the savory perfume of dark roux and simmering seafood. Guests gather along the narrow wooden bar to tuck into crusty, overstuffed po'boys and bowls of complex gumbo that taste like a vibrant love letter to the Gulf Coast. It is a transportive sanctuary of Southern hospitality, where every briny oyster and zesty remoulade feels like a celebration of the Big Easy’s timeless culinary heritage.
Lowerline, Washington Avenue, Prospect Heights, Brooklyn, Kings County +1-347-533-7110 https://www.lowerlinebk.comRating: 4.7/5 (620 reviews)
Cuisine: American
Price range: $$$
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, keto, low-carb, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, slow-carb, soy-free
Diet fit at Lowerline
Dairy-Free at Lowerline
Lowerline in New York has 3 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Salade Verte, East Coast Oysters (6) and French Fries. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Lowerline
Lowerline in New York has 1 gluten-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including East Coast Oysters (6). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Lowerline
Lowerline in New York has 15 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Fried Oyster Po-Boy (Half), Crawfish Etouffee (Small) and Fried Oyster Po-Boy (Whole). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Lowerline
Lowerline in New York has 5 keto-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Fried Seafood Small Plate - Catfish, Salade Verte and Fried Seafood Small Plate - Mixed. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Lowerline
Lowerline in New York has 7 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Fried Seafood Small Plate - Catfish, Salade Verte and Fried Seafood Small Plate - Mixed. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at Lowerline
Lowerline in New York has 1 nut-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including French Fries. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Lowerline
Lowerline in New York has 4 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Salade Verte, Vieux Carre and Original Hurricane. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Lowerline
Lowerline in New York has 4 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Salade Verte, Vieux Carre and Original Hurricane. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Lowerline
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Crawfish Etouffee (Small) | 68.1 g | 45.9 g |
| Chicken & Andouille Gumbo (Small) | 20.1 g | 39.9 g |
| Chicken & Andouille Gumbo (Large) | 20.1 g | 39.9 g |
| Lowerline Muffaletta | 13.1 g | 20.8 g |
| Original Hurricane | 19.1 g | 16.4 g |
| Salade Verte | 0.6 g | 10.7 g |
| Vieux Carre | 16.9 g | 8.2 g |
| Fried Shrimp Po-Boy (Half) | 24.4 g | 7.6 g |
| Fried Shrimp Po-Boy (Whole) | 24.4 g | 7.6 g |
| Fried Catfish Po-Boy (Half) | 24.4 g | 7.6 g |
| Fried Catfish Po-Boy (Whole) | 24.4 g | 7.6 g |
| Fried Oyster Po-Boy (Half) | 24.4 g | 7.6 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Tuesday - Friday
- 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
- Saturday
- 12:00 PM - 10:00 PM
- Sunday
- 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM
What diners are saying
Diners celebrate this "easy to miss gem" for its authentic New Orleans flavors, with reviewers raving about the tender roast beef po'boys, flavorful Étouffée, and fresh East Coast oysters. While some guests note the space is small and intimate, many appreciate the cozy, modern vibe and the attentive service, even during busy times. Though a few diners experienced mix-ups with orders or felt portions were small for the price, the consensus highlights the delicious cocktails, like the French 75, and the "beyond flavorful" seasoning that transports guests straight to Louisiana.
Menu
Plates
- East Coast Oysters (6) - $24: cocktail & mignonette Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
- Salade Verte - $12: fresh herbs, pecans, sherry vinaigrette Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Atkins, Low-Cholesterol, Slow-Carb
- Fried Seafood Small Plate - Shrimp - $18: remoulade Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, Slow-Carb
- Fried Seafood Small Plate - Catfish - $18: remoulade Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, Slow-Carb
- Fried Seafood Small Plate - Oyster - $20: remoulade Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, Slow-Carb
- Fried Seafood Small Plate - Mixed - $20: remoulade Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, Slow-Carb
- Head-On Barbequed Shrimp - $26: black pepper worcestershire butter Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Halal, Pescatarian, South-Beach, Zone, Volumetrics
- Chicken & Andouille Gumbo (Small) - $13: chicken, andouille, tasso, steamed rice Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics
- Chicken & Andouille Gumbo (Large) - $26: chicken, andouille, tasso, steamed rice Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics
- Ham Bone Red Beans & Rice (Small) - $8: andouille, steamed rice
- Ham Bone Red Beans & Rice (Large) - $16: andouille, steamed rice
- Crawfish Etouffee (Small) - $14: steamed rice Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian
- Crawfish Etouffee (Large) - $28: steamed rice Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC
- French Fries - $7 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium
Po-Boys
Items served dressed with shredded lettuce, tomato, pickle & mayonnaise
- Fried Shrimp Po-Boy (Half) - $12: Served dressed with shredded lettuce, tomato, pickle & mayonnaise Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Fried Shrimp Po-Boy (Whole) - $24: Served dressed with shredded lettuce, tomato, pickle & mayonnaise Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Fried Catfish Po-Boy (Half) - $12: Served dressed with shredded lettuce, tomato, pickle & mayonnaise Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Fried Catfish Po-Boy (Whole) - $24: Served dressed with shredded lettuce, tomato, pickle & mayonnaise Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Fried Oyster Po-Boy (Half) - $14: Served dressed with shredded lettuce, tomato, pickle & mayonnaise Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Fried Oyster Po-Boy (Whole) - $28: Served dressed with shredded lettuce, tomato, pickle & mayonnaise Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Roast Beef with Debris Gravy Po-Boy (Half) - $12: Served dressed with shredded lettuce, tomato, pickle & mayonnaise Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC
- Roast Beef with Debris Gravy Po-Boy (Whole) - $24: Served dressed with shredded lettuce, tomato, pickle & mayonnaise Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC
- Surf & Turf (Roast Beef w/ Shrimp) Po-Boy (Half) - $14: Served dressed with shredded lettuce, tomato, pickle & mayonnaise Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC
- Surf & Turf (Roast Beef w/ Shrimp) Po-Boy (Whole) - $28: Served dressed with shredded lettuce, tomato, pickle & mayonnaise Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC
Lowerline Muffaletta
- Lowerline Muffaletta - $20: Pistachio mortadella, prosciutto cotto, finocchiona, aged provolone & house-made olive salad. Served on Caputo's Bakery large round sesame focaccia
Sweets
- Coffee & Chicory Panna Cotta - $7 Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
Cocktails
- Sazerac - $16: rye, absinthe, peychaud's bitters, lemon twist
- Vieux Carre - $16: rye, brandy, red vermouth, benedictine, bitters Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal
- Martini - $16: gin, dry vermouth, olive or lemon twist
- Original Hurricane - $16: dark rum, passion fruit liqueur, lemon, bitters Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Cholesterol, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
Frequently Asked Questions about Lowerline
- What type of diner would most enjoy this restaurant?
- Diners seeking authentic New Orleans flavors and intimate, cozy settings will enjoy this expensive ($$$) restaurant, which maintains a 4.7/5 rating.
- What makes this restaurant unique or special?
- Lowerline is a 4.7/5 rated Brooklyn gem celebrated for authentic New Orleans flavors, tender roast beef po'boys, and attentive service.
- What percentage of this menu works for vegan, keto, gluten-free, or low-carb diets?
- Keto, gluten-free, and low-carb options include the Veggie, Meat Lover's, and Denver omelettes, representing 30% of the listed dishes.
- What is this restaurant's overall rating?
- Lowerline has an overall average rating of 4.7/5, with reviewers frequently praising the restaurant's authentic New Orleans flavors and service.
- How many reviews does this restaurant have?
- The provided data for Lowerline does not specify the exact number of reviews the restaurant has received.
- What's the best way to experience this restaurant?
- Experience this 4.7/5 rated intimate gem by ordering roast beef po'boys, flavorful Étouffée, fresh oysters, and French 75 cocktails.
- What are the standout dishes based on the menu?
- Standout menu items include roast beef po'boys, Crawfish Étouffée, fresh East Coast oysters, Chicken & Andouille Gumbo, and French 75 cocktails.
- Is this restaurant suitable for families?
- Reviewers note the space is small and intimate, though the menu features family-friendly options like French fries and fried catfish.
- How can I contact this restaurant?
- To contact Lowerline, visit their official website at https://www.lowerlinebk.com for more information regarding their services and menu.
- Is Lowerline dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Lowerline has 3 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Salade Verte, East Coast Oysters (6) and French Fries.
- What can I eat at Lowerline on a dairy-free diet?
- Salade Verte, East Coast Oysters (6) and French Fries carry the dairy-free tag, out of 3 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Lowerline have vegan options?
- Yes. 4 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Salade Verte and Vieux Carre.
- Is Lowerline gluten-free?
- 1 dish is tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Lowerline?
- Crawfish Etouffee (Small), at roughly 45.9g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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