This unpretentious favorite hasn't let outpourings of accolades go to its head. At just 30 seats, Grocery is small enough that chef-owners Sharon Pachter and Charles Kiely can stop by your table to chat about the food or advise you on a wine. Regulars recommend the slow-roasted duck breast, but as the short menu is well crafted, it's hard to go wrong with any of the dishes' flavor combos and inventive sauces. Small touches like a daily amuse help make the steep (for Brooklyn) prices worth it.
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