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Walter's

American

4.4
Updated September 2026
Full Buyout

Walter's transforms into your private Fort Greene sanctuary when you book the full space, wrapping your group in the restaurant's signature warmth while Chef's elevated American cuisine takes center stage. The intimate setting on DeKalb Avenue creates that rare magic where conversation flows as smoothly as the wine, and every guest feels like they're dining in the neighborhood's most coveted living room. With complete control over the evening's pace and menu, your celebration becomes less about eating out and more about creating those stories your group will retell for years.

Location

What groups say

Groups use Walter's for birthday brunches and dinners, with a custom set menu arranged for larger special-occasion parties.

What works
  • Set menu built around vegan and gluten free requests
  • Service described as attentive with large parties
  • Wide brunch and dinner menu that suits varied groups
  • Lively room plus spacious outdoor seating near the park
Watch out for
  • Long walk-in waits and table time limits at peak brunch
  • Dining room can feel cramped and noisy
  • Limited vegetarian or vegan choices on the regular brunch menu
  • One larger party reports the kitchen built a set menu covering vegan and gluten free requests.
  • Reported group sizes are small, including a party of 6 at breakfast and birthday tables.
  • Outdoor seating across from Fort Greene Park is used for group brunches.
  • Reviewers mention brunch, lunch and dinner visits; a la carte ordering is standard outside set-menu groups.

Drawn from 15 Google reviews of Walter's that mention a group, a private room or a celebration, read September 2026. The reviews below describe a group visit, private rooms and larger events first, with the critical ones kept in.

  • large group dinner
    We had a large group for a special occasion. They figured out a set menu that worked for everyone. Special requests, vegan, gluten free. It was delicious. And the service was beyond good. I highly recommend.
  • group breakfast, party of 6
    Good variety of great offerings for our group of 6 for breakfast.
  • birthday brunch
    We pulled up for impromptu brunch for my daughter's birthday and the vibe was great. We had a short wait that zoomed by while we browsed the outdoor markets lined around Ft. Green Park. Food and service were A1. Highly recommend the espresso martini. We dined alfresco allowing for people and fall folliage watching. A newfound gem in my downtown BK backyard.
  • birthday dinner party
    The best place in the area for a dinner party with drinks my wife loved on her birthday
  • friends brunch
    I went here for brunch and i couldn't really order anything. I am vegan but I saw that they had salads from pictures and thought I would be safe. I ended up having to get Huevos Racheros without the eggs so I didn't have to be embarrassed by my friends, or ask them to go somewhere else. I think having at least a salad without meat would be easy enough. Although I was pretty disappointed with the overall menu my Huevos Racheros (without the egg) were pretty good. Side note I was pretty sad by the mushy hash browns ; wasn't what I was expecting or my party was expecting. Friends seemed to like their chicken and waffles and raved about the hot sauce.

Good to know

Hipster-friendly American eatery in Fort Greene, spun off from the Williamsburg original.

Typical spend
$20 to $70 per person
Serves
Brunch, lunch and dinner
Reservations
Takes reservations
Groups
Good for groups
Outdoors
Outdoor seating
Access
Wheelchair accessible entrance and seating
Hours
Monday11:00 AM to 11:00 PM
Tuesday11:00 AM to 11:00 PM
Wednesday11:00 AM to 11:00 PM
Thursday11:00 AM to 11:00 PM
Friday11:00 AM to 12:00 AM
Saturday9:00 AM to 12:00 AM
Sunday9:00 AM to 10:00 PM

Hours, spend and amenities from Google. Private event hours and minimums are set by the restaurant.

Frequently asked questions

Can Walter's host a large group?
Walter's welcomes larger parties for group dining in Fort Greene and is flagged as good for groups by Google reviewers. Contact the restaurant for group reservations and any set menu.
How much does it cost to book a private event at Walter's?
Guests at Walter's typically spend $20 to $70 per person on a regular visit, according to Google, before drinks and tip. A private room is usually booked on a food and beverage minimum that scales from that per-head figure, and a full buyout is priced on the restaurant's expected revenue for the night. Minimums run higher on Friday and Saturday nights and through December. Contact Walter's for the current minimum and deposit terms.
When is Walter's open?
Walter's is open Monday to Thursday 11:00 AM to 11:00 PM, Friday 11:00 AM to 12:00 AM, Saturday 9:00 AM to 12:00 AM, and Sunday 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM, serving brunch, lunch and dinner. The restaurant takes reservations for regular tables. Private rooms can often be booked outside these hours, including daytime events, so ask when you inquire.
What kind of restaurant is Walter's?
Walter's is a $$ American restaurant in Fort Greene, New York City, rated 4.4 stars across 1,237 Google reviews. Google describes it as: Hipster-friendly American eatery in Fort Greene, spun off from the Williamsburg original. It has outdoor seating and a wheelchair accessible entrance.
What do guests say about group dining at Walter's?
Groups use Walter's for birthday brunches and dinners, with a custom set menu arranged for larger special-occasion parties. One larger party reports the kitchen built a set menu covering vegan and gluten free requests. Reported group sizes are small, including a party of 6 at breakfast and birthday tables. Outdoor seating across from Fort Greene Park is used for group brunches. Reviewers mention brunch, lunch and dinner visits; a la carte ordering is standard outside set-menu groups. Reviewers praise: set menu built around vegan and gluten free requests; service described as attentive with large parties; wide brunch and dinner menu that suits varied groups; lively room plus spacious outdoor seating near the park. Watch for: long walk-in waits and table time limits at peak brunch; dining room can feel cramped and noisy; limited vegetarian or vegan choices on the regular brunch menu. Based on 15 Google reviews of Walter's that mention a group, a private room or a celebration.
Can you buy out Walter's for a private event?
Yes. Walter's can be reserved as a full buyout, meaning your event takes over the entire venue with no other guests. Regular service runs Monday to Thursday 11:00 AM to 11:00 PM, Friday 11:00 AM to 12:00 AM, Saturday 9:00 AM to 12:00 AM, and Sunday 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM, so a buyout on a busy night carries the highest minimum.

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