Walters – American
Walters invites guests into a refined yet soulful space where the amber glow of a well-stocked bar and the rhythmic clinking of glasses set the stage for an evening of elevated American comfort. The kitchen honors the seasons with vibrant, farm-to-table creations and charred-to-perfection classics that celebrate the rich diversity of the national palate. It is a neighborhood cornerstone where sophisticated flavors meet a relaxed, welcoming spirit, making every meal feel like a cherished tradition.
Walters, 166, DeKalb Avenue, Fort Greene, Brooklyn, Kings County, New York, 11217, United States +1-718-488-7800 https://www.waltersbrooklyn.com/Rating: 4.4/5 (1169 reviews)
Cuisine: American
Price range: $$$
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, low-fodmap, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, sesame-free, soy-free
What to order at Walters
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Pork Breakfast Sausage | 20.2 g | 52.1 g |
| Oysters on The Half Shell | 0.2 g | 39.1 g |
| Little Gem | 26.4 g | 35.8 g |
| Wölffer Estate Dry Rosé Cider | 4.9 g | 33.2 g |
| Two Eggs (Any Style) | 15.9 g | 22.6 g |
| Add Cheddar | 0.5 g | 22 g |
| Shrimp Cocktail | 11 g | 21 g |
| Add Prosciutto | 0.5 g | 19.1 g |
| Saigon Sandwich | 25.7 g | 18.6 g |
| Eggs Benedict - Grilled Tomato | 37.1 g | 15.7 g |
| Eggs Benedict - Prosciutto di Parma | 38.8 g | 15.7 g |
| Huevos Rancheros | 58.4 g | 15.4 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Thursday
- 11:00 AM - 11:00 PM
- Friday
- 11:00 AM - 12:00 AM
- Saturday
- 9:00 AM - 12:00 AM
- Sunday
- 9:00 AM - 10:00 PM
What diners are saying
Diners consistently praise Walter's for its exceptional service and vibrant atmosphere, describing the vibe as "chill" and "lively," perfect for people-watching near Fort Greene Park. Guests rave about the food, highlighting standout dishes like the roasted chicken, steak frites, kanpachi crudo, and crab toast, alongside well-crafted drinks like the espresso martini. While some note the noise levels and higher price point, reviewers agree the high-quality, flavorful meals and attentive staff make it a spectacular dining destination for both brunch and dinner.
Menu
Brunch
Served Saturday & Sunday 9 am - 4 pm
- Soft Scramble - $14: grilled sourdough, soft-scrambled eggs, parmesan & hash browns Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Huevos Rancheros - $18: two fried eggs, black beans, hash browns, salsa roja, guacamole & lime crema Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber
- Shakshuka - $18: spiced tomato sauce, baked eggs, feta, cilantro, pita Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory
- Belgian Waffles with Fresh Strawberries - $17: fresh whipped cream & maple syrup Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Eggs Benedict - Grilled Tomato - $16: english muffin, hollandaise, mixed greens & hash browns
- Eggs Benedict - Prosciutto di Parma - $21: english muffin, hollandaise, mixed greens & hash browns
- Eggs Benedict - Smoked Salmon - $24: english muffin, hollandaise, mixed greens & hash browns Dietary tags: Low-Sodium
- Flat Iron Steak & Eggs - $31: grilled flat iron steak, two eggs, salsa verde, mixed greens Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Soy Free
- Fried Chicken & Belgian Waffles - $24: brown sugar butter, maple syrup & hot sauce Dietary tags: Low-Sodium
Brunch Add-Ons
Additions for main dishes
- Add Avocado - $5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free
- Add Smoked Salmon - $12 Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
- Add Prosciutto - $7 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, AIP, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free
- Add Pork Breakfast Sausage - $5 Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
Salads
- Little Gem - $16: fennel, celery, oregano vinaigrette, za'atar, pumpkin seeds Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, High-Fiber, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
- Lacinato Kale Caesar - $16: croutons, parmesan, white anchovies Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian
Salad Add-Ons
- Add Grilled Chicken - $8 Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
- Add Roasted Salmon - $12 Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
- Add Avocado - $5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free
Sandwiches
Come with fries or mixed greens, your choice!
- Saigon Sandwich - $19: grilled chicken, pickled veg, jalapeño, scallion mayo on baguette Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber
- Wagyu French Dip - $26: horseradish cream, caramelized onion, au jus Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC
- Dry-Aged Burger - $24: pickled onion, lettuce, tomato on sesame bun Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory
Sandwich Add-Ons
- Add Gruyere - $3 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory
- Add Cheddar - $3 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory
- Add Bacon - $3 Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory
Raw Bar
- Oysters on The Half Shell - $3.5: served with walter's wash & cocktail sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, GERD-Friendly, TLC
- Shrimp Cocktail - $18: dijonaise & cocktail sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Fat, GERD-Friendly
Sides
- Two Eggs (Any Style) - $6 Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
- Pork Breakfast Sausage - $6 Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
- Bacon - $6 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
- Hash Browns - $6 Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Renal, Slow-Carb
- Mixed Greens - $10 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
- Avocado - $5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
- Fries - $9 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, Slow-Carb
Brunch Cocktails
- Bloody Mary - $15
- Bellini - $15
- Mimosa - $15
- Raspberry Mint Mimosa - $15 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Renal, Lectin-Free
- Mango Mimosa - $15 Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Aperol Spritz - $15
- Amaro Spritz - $15 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Atkins, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Carajillo - $15
Refreshing
Non-alcoholic beverages
- Mango Lemonade - $8 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol
- Sodas - $5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, TLC, Renal
- Iced Tea - $5 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free
- Sparkling Water - $7 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free
- Raspberry Ricky - $9: raspberry mint syrup, blood orange, soda Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly
- Yuz'it - $9: yuzu, grapefruit, ginger, tabasco Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Soy Free
Coffee / Tea
from Devocion / Harney & Sons
- Cold Brew - $7
- Drip - $5 Dietary tags: Halal, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Tea - $6
- Cappuccino - $6
- Latte - $6
- Americano - $5
- Cafe au Lait - $6
- Espresso - $5
- Double Espresso - $5
- Cortado - $6
- Macchiato - $5
- Extra Shot - $1
Beer
- Carlsberg - $8 Dietary tags: Halal, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Talea Sun Up Hazy IPA - $10 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Lectin-Free
- Zero Gravity 'Jaws' Czech Pilsner - $10 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Atkins, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Wölffer Estate Dry Rosé Cider - $9 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Atkins, Low-Cholesterol, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Athletic Brewing Golden Ale (NA) - $9 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Rotating Craft Brew - $10 Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Halal, South-Beach, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
Frequently Asked Questions about Walters
- What makes this restaurant unique or special?
- Walters features a vibrant people-watching atmosphere near Fort Greene Park, farm-to-table American comfort food, and 46 distinct dietary-friendly menu options.
- What is the restaurant's atmosphere and style?
- Walters is a refined neighborhood cornerstone with a relaxed, welcoming spirit, described by diners as a chill and lively atmosphere.
- Does this restaurant offer good ambiance?
- Guests describe the atmosphere as "chill" and "lively" within a "refined yet soulful" space, contributing to its 4.4/5 average rating.
- What should first-time visitors know about this restaurant?
- This expensive ($$$) American restaurant rated 4.4/5 offers a lively atmosphere near Fort Greene Park with standout roasted chicken and steak frites.
- Is this a good spot for a date or special occasion?
- With a 4.4/5 rating, Walters offers a refined atmosphere, exceptional service, and high-quality meals suitable for dates and special occasions.
- Which diets does this restaurant support based on its menu?
- Keto, gluten-free, vegan, and paleo options include the Dry-Aged Burger, Hash Browns, Shrimp Cocktail, and Flat Iron Steak & Eggs.
- How does this restaurant compare to others in the same cuisine type?
- Walters is an expensive ($$$) American restaurant rated 4.4/5, offering elevated comfort food with exceptional service and a vibrant atmosphere.
- Does this restaurant have good options for group dining with mixed dietary needs?
- Walters accommodates mixed dietary needs with vegan, keto, gluten-free, and paleo options like hash browns, shrimp cocktail, and flat iron steak.
- What percentage of this menu works for vegan, keto, gluten-free, or low-carb diets?
- Vegan options include hash browns; keto, gluten-free, and low-carb dishes include shrimp cocktail, eggs, bacon, sausage, and flat iron steak.
- What is this restaurant's overall rating?
- Walters has an overall average rating of 4.4/5, with customers frequently highlighting the exceptional service and high-quality meals.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Walters?
- Pork Breakfast Sausage, at roughly 52.1g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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