Sailor
Sailor is a Modern Seafood Bistro at 228 Dekalb Ave, with a 2025 Michelin Plate and craft cocktails alongside lunch and dinner.
Pearl is the En Primeur Club membership app — saves, bookings, and concierge access live there. Same editors, same standards.
- Address
- 228 Dekalb Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11205
- Website
- sailor.nyc
Saves & bookings on Pearl
Michelin Plate and OAD No. 73
Michelin awarded Sailor a Plate in 2025, and Opinionated About Dining ranked it No. 73 for casual restaurants in North America in 2026. Its frame is Modern Seafood Bistro.
Mussel Toast, Caesar Salad, Profiteroles
Mussel Toast, Half Roasted Chicken, Caesar Salad, and Profiteroles frame the order around bistro staples. The restaurant serves lunch and dinner in a New American bistro lane.
228 Dekalb Ave, conversational pacing
228 Dekalb Ave puts the restaurant in Brooklyn; conversational noise and leisurely pacing suit a sit-down meal without requiring formal dress. Smart casual and upscale casual define the practical tone.
Where It Fits
Comparable venues nearby, for context on price, style, and recognition.
| Venue | Cuisine | Price | Awards | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sailor | Modern Seafood Bistro | $$$ | Michelin Plate | Fort Greene |
| Hav & Mar | Swedish-Ethiopian Seafood Fusion | $$$$ | Michelin Plate | Chelsea-Hudson Yards |
| Ishq | Modern Indian | $$$ | Bib Gourmand | East Village |
| Cervo’s | Spanish/Portuguese Seafood | $$$ | Bib Gourmand | Chinatown-Two Bridges |
| Covacha | Modern Jalisco Mexican | $$$ | Bib Gourmand | Upper West Side (Central) |
| Caviar Russe | Caviar-Focused Fine Dining | $$$$ | Michelin Plate | Midtown-Times Square |
Recognition history
Dated appearances from independent guides and award organizations, with the underlying list record or original source where available.
Opinionated About Dining Casual in North America Ranked #73
Opinionated About Dining
World Best Burgers World's 101 Best Burgers #35
World Best Burgers
Michelin Plate
Michelin
New York Magazine The 43 Best Restaurants in New York
New York Magazine
New York Times Best Restaurants in New York City
New York Times
Opinionated About Dining Casual in North America
Opinionated About Dining
Esquire Best New Restaurants #19
Esquire
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At a Glance
- Cozy
- Elegant
- Sophisticated
- Modern
- Date Night
- Special Occasion
- Open Kitchen
- Craft Cocktails
Current opening hours
- Monday
- 5–10 PM
- Tuesday
- 5–10 PM
- Wednesday
- 11:30 AM–2 PM, 5–10 PM
- Thursday
- 11:30 AM–2 PM, 5–10:30 PM
- Friday
- 11:30 AM–10:30 PM
- Saturday
- 10 AM–10:30 PM
- Sunday
- 10 AM–10 PM
Hours can change for holidays and private events. Last verified .
Inviting dining room flooded with natural light from skylights, nautical-themed decor with sailor portraits, cozy and sophisticated atmosphere.