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There’s nothing like a barbecue to enjoy the Indian summer and extend the vacation vibes. But not just any barbecue: a barbecue at your butcher. And not just any butcher: the best in Brooklyn!
The Meat Hook is an institution among the New York butchers’ universe. A selection of the best pieces of meat around the world from the plateau of Aubrac to the Argentinian Pampa. Stalls that resemble those of a delicatessen. Tailor-made cooking advice and attentive service. Here we talk about meat as others speak about art. With passion and expertise. If the reputation of this butcher is already well established in Brooklyn, regulars and neighbors still try to keep jealously secret THE weekly rendez-vous of the summer in the neighborhood: every Monday night from 6 to 9pm, The Meat Hook team organizes a barbecue in its backyard. Communal tables, a grill, garlands of colorful twinkling lights. From Bruce Springsteen to the great hits of country music, the playlist is 100% American. On the menu, some classics (burgers and hot dogs) but also weekly specials (beef brisket, ribs or a spit-roast suckling pig). On the plate, it’s meat served to perfection: thick, crisply seared on the outside, juicily rare inside, melting but firm in the mouth.
Barbecues will be taking place as long as the weather allows it – probably until the end of October. Call the same day to make sure the party is on.
The key to success? A laid-back atmosphere, an open-air café style and cooking mastered to perfection. Carnivores and their carnivorous brethren should eagerly anticipate their discovery of this place : chances are it will become your favorite meat spot.
The Meat Hook
397 Graham avenue, Williamsburg
718-609-9300
Every Monday behind the shop, from 6 to 9pm