Sheep Station

Local Australian sets up shop in Brooklyn. With publicity from Brooklyn Edible and other sources over the summer, I thought I give this place a try. Australian fare is similar to its English cousin until you throw in kangaroo, crocodile and vegemite. Rest assured: patrons won’t find such delicacies in this laid-back Brooklyn spot. Rather, it is shepherd’s pie and a pint beer all the way. The relaxed dim lighting and wooden furnishings takes you inside a cabin somewhere deep in the woods. Perhaps not to this extent but you get the point.

The grub:
The food is simple and straightforward. What you read off the menu is what you get. I ordered the fish & chips (13); and that was exactly what I got. Neither garnished nor extras. Would the dish score points if it was garnished? Yes. Same goes for the Grilled lamb chops with mashed potatoes & mint peas (19); the server did not ask how we wanted the chops cooked. Turns out it was cooked all the way through as opposed to what I prefer: medium.

The food does not push any boundaries. The technique and presentation are basic; comfort food done by the traditional-Australian way. I do confess: it is one of the better restaurants in the neighborhood. And I will go back to try the 'infamous' burger.

Sheep Station vows to be local and thrives for regulars to grab a beer at the bar and watch a game on the telly—as well as have the family come out with the kids for dinner.

I say: only can you find this in Brooklyn.

Sheep Station 149 4th Ave (between Butler St & Douglass St) Brooklyn, NY 11217 (718) 857-4337 www.sheepstation.net