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Malone's Chop House
$$$ · Steakhouse

9517 3rd Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11209
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Food Quality 5
Service 5
Atmosphere 5
Value 5
Consistency 5
Cultural Relevance 5

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Master Critic Review

Malone's Chop House 8.0
Fort Hamilton
Vibes: Date Night Magic Trendy Table Hotspots Birthday & Celebration Central Instagram Worthy Wonders
A Bay Ridge chop-house newcomer with an old-school-leaning menu—dry-aged-style ordering, big sides, and a dining room designed for a full steak-and-sides night. Best when you commit: one steak for the table, two sides, and a starter that isn’t trying to be clever.
Must-Try Dishes: Dry-aged porterhouse, Jumbo lump crab cakes, Creamed spinach
Scores:
Value: 7.6 Service: 8 Consistency: 7.8 Food Quality: 8.3 Atmosphere: 8.1 Cultural Relevance: 7.7
What makes it special: A modern Bay Ridge chop-house built for steak-and-sides nights.
Who should go: Groups splitting steaks and sides
When to visit: Weeknight dinner for easiest seating
What to order: Porterhouse, crab cakes, creamed spinach
Insider tip: Order one big steak to share—multiple mains dilute the best bite.
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Street parking only; manageable earlier in the evening but tight after 7pm. No valet.
Dress code: Smart casual leaning dressy—jeans are fine if paired with a nice top or jacket; many guests dress up for nights out.
Noise level: Moderate to lively—easy to talk at the table, but the room has celebratory energy.
Weekend wait: 30–45 min without a reservation during peak hours
Weekday lunch: Typically no wait
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Limited—sides and a few starters can form a meal, but it’s not a vegetarian-driven menu.
Vegan options: Very limited—mostly salads or vegetable sides with modifications.
Gluten-free options: Some naturally gluten-free steaks and sides available; cross-contact possible, so communicate clearly.
Best For
Better for: Trendy steakhouse nights with shareable cuts, big sides, and a dress-up dining room feel.
Skip if: You want a quiet, old-school steakhouse or need strong vegetarian-friendly options—simpler or more classic spots may suit better.