Northern Bell – American
Northern Bell invites guests into a rustic, wood-accented retreat where the comforting aroma of slow-smoked brisket and golden-fried biscuits sets a soulful tone for a leisurely morning. The kitchen elevates classic comfort fare with bold, adventurous twists, from crispy deep-fried deviled eggs to savory boar bacon tacos that burst with smoky, savory depth. Every plate, whether a bubbling cast-iron skillet of chili or a decadent breakfast sandwich, captures the essence of a cozy neighborhood haunt where hearty flavors and warm hospitality reign supreme.
612 Metropolitan Avenue, Brooklyn NY 11211 http://northernbellny.com/Rating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: American
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, carnivore, low-fodmap, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, sesame-free, soy-free
Diet fit at Northern Bell
Dairy-Free at Northern Bell
Northern Bell in Brooklyn has 8 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including 2 eggs (any style), Boar Bacon and Brisket & Eggs. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Northern Bell
Northern Bell in Brooklyn has 6 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including 2 eggs (any style), Boar Bacon and Brisket & Eggs. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Northern Bell
Northern Bell in Brooklyn has 11 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Skillet Mac & Cheese, Fried Pickles and 2 eggs (any style). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Northern Bell
Northern Bell in Brooklyn has 6 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Fried Chicken Taco (2), Ropa Vieja Quesadilla and The Wedge. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Northern Bell
Northern Bell in Brooklyn has 3 keto-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Sausage, Applewood Smoked Bacon and Sage Pork Sausage Gravy. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Northern Bell
Northern Bell in Brooklyn has 4 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Sausage, Applewood Smoked Bacon and Sage Pork Sausage Gravy. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at Northern Bell
Northern Bell in Brooklyn has 2 nut-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Sausage and Sage Pork Sausage Gravy. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Northern Bell
Northern Bell in Brooklyn has 7 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Biscuits, Home Fries and Bourbon Lee. 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 Northern Bell
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Taco Salad | 0 g | 76.6 g |
| The Northern Cobb | 126.5 g | 69.3 g |
| The Plain Jane | 130.2 g | 50.9 g |
| Stuffed Omelette | 22.8 g | 47.5 g |
| Veggie Taco (2) | 8.4 g | 45.9 g |
| Brisket & Eggs | 52.4 g | 41.4 g |
| Grilled Chicken Sandwich | 108.1 g | 41.2 g |
| The Wedge | 3.4 g | 37.4 g |
| Steak Taco (2) | 6.4 g | 36 g |
| Fried Chicken Taco (2) | 6.4 g | 35.1 g |
| Shrimp Taco (2) | 6.4 g | 35.1 g |
| Ropa Vieja Quesadilla | 5 g | 25.1 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Friday
- 12:00 PM - 2:00 AM
- Saturday - Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 3:00 AM
What diners are saying
Diners rave about the appetizing seafood selections and the relaxed, neighborhood vibe that makes for a perfect local outing. Reviewers highlight the courteous and attentive service, noting that staff members check in regularly to ensure a seamless dining experience. Celebrated for its welcoming atmosphere, the space is frequently praised for providing a comfortable and inviting setting for a casual meal with partners or friends.
Menu
Brunch Specialties
- The Plain Jane - $14: Two Eggs any style, Hand-Cut Home Fries, & Choice of Bacon or Sausage. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Stuffed Omelette - $15: Three Eggs Stuffed with Peppers, Onions, Tomatoes, & Sharp Cheddar Cheese, topped with Avocado, & served with Home-Fries & Choice of Bacon or Sausage. Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Disco Breakfast Sandwich - $16: Two Eggs any style, Choice of Applewood Smoked Bacon or Sausage, with Pimento Cheese served on Texas Toast with Hand-Cut French Fries smothered in Gravy. Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- Brisket & Eggs - $16: Two Eggs and style, Double-Smoked & Sauced Brisket Burnt Ends, served with Pepper & Onion Hash. Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Soy Free Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Boar Bacon Tacos (3) - $16: House-cured Bourbon Maple Boar Bacon, Scrambled Eggs, Salsa, Potatoes, Cheddar Cheese & Sour Cream. Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Biscuits & Gravy - $15: House-made Biscuits, Sage Pork Sausage Country Gravy, Potato Hash, & Two Folded Eggs. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Fried Chicken & Biscuits - $17: Buttermilk Fried Chicken, House-made Biscuits, Sage Pork Sausage Country Gravy & a side of our House-made Banana Maple Habanero Syrup. Available at: breakfast, brunch
Table Shares
- Deep Fried Deviled Eggs - $14: 3 Deep Fried Deviled Eggs, Pimento Cheese, Pickled Veggies, Chipotle Aioli, served with Saltine Crackers. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: brunch, dinner, lunch
- The Hawaii 5-0 - $8: 5 Warm Hawaiian Rolls served with honey butter Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Serg's Skillet Chili - $13: House-made Beef Chili, Topped with melted cheese, sour cream and scallions Available at: dinner, lunch
- Serg's Queso Fundido - $15: House-made Cheese sauce, Chorizo and Jalapeños- served with Tortilla Chips Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Pickles - $12: Served with Ranch Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ropa Vieja Quesadilla - $15: Slow Cooked Beef, Roasted peppers, Roasted Onions and Olives- served with sour cream and salsa Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Nachos - $12: Corn chips, black beans, pico de gallo, queso sauce and cotija cheese Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Skillet Mac & Cheese - $14: House-made Béchamel with Cheddar Cheese, Jack Cheese & Smoked Gouda Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Wings
- Smoked Wings (10pc) - $18: Cherrywood Smoked Wings with our House Rub. Best Served Dry with Sauce on the Side. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Asian Sesame Wings (10pc) - $18: 10 piece wings with Asian sesame sauce Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Tacos
- Fried Chicken Taco (2) - $12: Buttermilk Fried Chicken, Chipotle slaw, Cotija Cheese & Pico De Gallo Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Chicken Taco (2) - $12: Grilled Chicken, Chipotle slaw, Cotija Cheese & Pico De Gallo Available at: dinner, lunch
- Steak Taco (2) - $12: Grilled Steak, Chipotle slaw, Cotija Cheese & Pico De Gallo Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp Taco (2) - $12: Grilled Shrimp, Chipotle slaw, Cotija Cheese & Pico De Gallo Dietary tags: High-Protein, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Veggie Taco (2) - $12: Impossible meat, Chipotle slaw, Cotija Cheese, Pico De Gallo Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Burgers and Sammys
- House Burger - $17: Half Pound Pat La-Frieda Burger, Lettuce, Tomato, Onion, and Pickles, on a Sesame Bun-served with fries Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Veggie Burger - $17: Impossible meat burger, Lettuce, Tomato, Onion, and Pickles- Topped with Fancy Sauce on a Sesame Bun-served with fries Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bison Burger - $19: 8 oz mixed blend of Bison meat, bacon, blue cheese- lettuce, tomato, onion and pickles- Topped with Animal Sauce- served with fries Available at: dinner, lunch
- Brisket Burnt Ends Sammy - $17: Peachwood Double-Smoked & Sauced Brisket with Horseradish Aioli, served on Texas Toast, with Slaw and fries Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Chicken Sandwich - $17: Buttermilk Fried Chicken, Lettuce, Pickled Onion Relish, and Maple Mayo, served on a sesame bun with fries Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Chicken Sandwich - $17: Grilled Chicken, Pickled Jalapeño, Mashed Avocado, Chipotle Aioli, served on a Sesame Bun with fries Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- BLT - $15: Bacon, Lettuce, Tomato and mayo- served on Texas toast with a side of fries Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Buffalo Chicken Wrap - $15: Fried Chicken tossed in wing sauce, shredded iceberg lettuce, tomato and ranch- served with fries Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Steak Frites - $22: Hanger Steak and Fries- served with Herb Butter Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads
- The Northern Cobb - $16: Mixed Greens, pimento cheese, tomato, roasted corn, egg salad, nuts, bacon, grilled chicken, citrus vinaigrette dressing Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Wedge - $13: Charred Iceberg Lettuce, Bacon, Crumbled Blue Cheese, Ranch Dressing, and Roasted Corn. Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Taco Salad - $14: Iceberg Lettuce, Black Bean Corn Salsa, Cotija Cheese, Avocado and Sour Cream- Served in a Fresh Fried Tortilla Bowl Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Applewood Smoked Bacon - $5: Side of bacon Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- 2 eggs (any style) - $5: Side of eggs Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Boar Bacon - $6: Side of boar bacon Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Sausage - $5: Side of sausage Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, AIP, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Biscuits - $5: Side of biscuits Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Sage Pork Sausage Gravy - $5: Side of gravy Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, TLC, AIP, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free
- Texas Toast - $3: Side of toast Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Home Fries - $5: Side of home fries Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Hand Cut Fries - $8: Side of fries Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, Renal, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
Beverages
- Boozeberry - $12: House vodka, lemonade and blueberry purée Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Classic Margarita - $12: Classic margarita
- Spicy Margarita - $12: Our classic with a kick
- Old Fashioned - $12: House Whiskey, Sugar, Bitters & Orange Peel
- Manhattan - $14: House Whiskey, Sweet Vermouth, Bitters & a Cherry
- Negroni - $12: House gin, Campari, sweet vermouth with a lemon twist
- Moscow Mule - $12: House vodka, lime juice & ginger beer
- Whiskey Sour - $12: House whiskey, lemon juice, lime juice, triple sec, topped with sour mix and served with a cherry and lemon
- Bourbon Lee - $12: House whiskey, sweet tea and lemonade Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Mimosa - $12: Archer Prosecco and OJ
- The Standard Bloody Mary - $12: Vodka and Bell's House-made Bloody Mary Mix Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Bloody Maria - $12: Cuervo Silver Tequila and Bell's House-made Bloody Mary Mix
- Bloody Pit - $13: The Standard Bloody Mary topped with Porter. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Michelada - $12: Estrella Jalisco, Hot Sauce, Worcestershire, and a blend of House Spices
- Aperol Spritz - $12: Aperol, Prosecco & a twist of Orange
- Paloma Vida - $12: Dulce Vida Tequila, Grapefruit, Lime & Soda Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
Frequently Asked Questions about Northern Bell
- Is Northern Bell dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Northern Bell has 8 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including 2 eggs (any style), Boar Bacon and Brisket & Eggs.
- What can I eat at Northern Bell on a dairy-free diet?
- 2 eggs (any style), Boar Bacon and Brisket & Eggs carry the dairy-free tag, out of 8 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Northern Bell have vegan options?
- Yes. 7 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Biscuits and Home Fries.
- Is Northern Bell gluten-free?
- 6 dishes are 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 Northern Bell?
- Taco Salad, at roughly 76.6g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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