All 112 rated mentions, most helpful first
“Bong is not that option. The food is simply not good enough to justify the hard stools, the cramped space, the obnoxiously loud music, and the fact that you are sitting 3 feet from the restroom, which is probably one of the most dimly lit restrooms I’ve seen.”
H3
“Bong - so amazing!”
H3
“Personally I thought the food was incredible and enjoyed the atmosphere”
H3
“Just wrapped up at Bong and man it was delicious. Havent had a single meal like it.”
H3
“I found it extremely underwhelming myself, not one dish stood out to me”
H3
“I’ve been to Bong like five times, love the Cambodian craft they put into their cuisine and the intimacy of the space; however, the cost stings a bit more than other spots in the city.”
H3
“The crab salad & shrimp were excellent (I normally don’t love shrimp but the flavor was incredible), and so was the whole dorade fish.”
H3
“all three times i’ve been, i walked away extremely disappointed and underwhelmed. the flavours aren’t just there”
H3
“The issue for me is that it’s mid. You absolutely cannot be expensive and be mid.”
H3
“everything from the food to the drinks to the service was a 10000/10.”
H2
“The food was good though I found the entrees much better than the smaller plates. For traditional Cambodian, I would recommend Bayon more but this was very tasty.”
H2
“I too went to Bong and was underwhelmed. My friend and I slowly figured out we were each trying to stay positive but the food was just ok.”
H2
“All the food is incredible and the service and atmosphere is wonderful.”
H2
“I had a really nice experience at Bong. They were running late to our resy by 15 mins, gave us complimentary bevs.”
H2
“I had a very different experience and cannot wait to go back.”
H2
“Crispy whole fish at Bong!”
H2
“There was not a single order there that I did not enjoy. That shrimp dish was crazy delicious and one of the best shrimps I’ve had in the last year.”
H2
“Bong in Crown Heights is definitely worth a trip. Amazing Cambodian Fish dishes.”
H2
“I really enjoyed my meal at Bong. I think there is a lot of heart in the business and it's clear when you are there, and I think there is something infectious about that which people are responding to.”
H2
“They were late for my reservation on my birthday and didn’t give me anything complimentary or even an apology. The servers barely talked to us except to recommend getting expensive food 🤷🏽♀️”
H2
“The food was fine but the headline fish was a little dry. The real letdown was the lackadaisical service.”
H2
“I found it so underwhelming and painfully expensive for what it was.”
H2
“Any restaurant that can’t be bothered to wipe up any excess on the plate after garnishing is not fine dining.”
H2
“The fried fish is incredible but many of the other dishes were mid.”
H2
“This was my experience as well, including falling in love with the carpaccio style dish. My date and I were talking about it and the energy and passion the team there brought for weeks after our dinner.”
H2
“Plea satch ko and pomelo salad were my favorites but I truly loved everything”
H2
“Would heavily recommend the pork chop and tenderloin. We had a really tasty corn dish last time but it doesn't seem available anymore. Crispy whole fish is also tasty.”
H2
“ignoring price, the food was just okay. it was nothing to rave about.”
H2
“I enjoyed the food more--the pork chop in particular”
H2
“Steak was very good! A very nice cut and the sauce was a great experience.”
H2
“the fried fish!!!”
H2
“The pork chop blew my mind and everything else left me wondering if I was missing something. I think I’d go back to try another round of new items but I’m with you”
H2
“Basically had the same order - that pomelo salad reminded me I was alive.”
H2
“Shit is NOT real Cambodian food. Expensive and catered for white people. Would not recommend if you’re any type of Asian”
H2
“Would 100% get the fish before the steak - that’s the main show here”
H2
“Crabbage for sure!”
H2
“Everything looks dry as hell”
H2
“I went again March 2026 and it was one of the worst meals I've had EVER.”
H2
“Before now, my favorite fish in NYC was served at a Lev pop up. Now it’s this. Best. Skin. Ever.”
H2
“I was so excited about Bong since I live nearby but was disappointed :/”
H2
“Crabbage at Bong was incredible”
H2
“seafood plea and crabbage are so good”
H2
“The crabbage, pork chop, durian ice box cake!”
H2
“whole fried fish at Bong”
H2
“Salt and pepper shrimp at bong”
H2
“I also went on my birthday and had a different experience from the servers. They were really warm and friendly and I got a complimentary glass of wine and ice cream for the occasion.”
H2
“Don’t sleep on the pork chop - was a standout dish for me”
H2
“tbh Little Cheeks was more flavorful and exquisite. Bong tasted a bit like small homemade dishes.”
H2
“I loveeeed the crabbage!! And the shrimp toast!”
H2
“Bong is authentic as you’ll find it here, and I was thoroughly impressed with my visit and would 100% go back and plan to.”
H2