Edible boots? Yes, in a way, if you're talking about geographical shapes. With a menu influenced by dishes from Louisiana and Italy, Two Boots Brooklyn is aptly
named. Of course, the name could also imply a neighborhood place in which to kick back and relax. The eclectic decorations provide the setting for one of the most casual, family-friendly restaurants around.
The Cajun boot's footprint on the menu is considerably larger than that of its Mediterranean partner. Most of the starters, for instance, are Louisiana-based. Examples include Bubba's Black Bean Chili, Baton Rouge Wings, Natchez Nachos, and Spicy BBQ Shrimp N'Awlins Style. Fried Calamari is the only Italian first course, unless you stretch your imagination to include Cajun Garlic Bread.
Louisiana also dominates the selection of main courses. For example, there's the 12-ounce Steak Louisianne, Big Daddy's Chicken-Fried Steak, Blackened Catfish Filet, Crescent City Jambalya, and even the Voodoo Southern Fried Chicken. All main courses come with a choice of two side dishes. I ordered the blackened Filet of Salmon ($14.95). It was not the best piece of fish I've ever eaten and the seasoning was scarcely Cajun. It didn't taste bad, but, sadly, it didn't agree with me. My side dishes of broccoli with garlic and sautéed spinach were quite all right.
To wash it all down, I chose the delicious Creole Lemonade.
On the lighter side, Two Boots' collations comprise salads, pasta, burgers, po' boys, and other sandwiches. Their popular thin-crust pizzas come in three sizes with an extensive array of toppings. There's also a sizable kids' menu.
Desserts are decidedly American. Among the highlights is Brooklyn's own Steve's Key Lime Pie ($4.95).
Two Boots Brooklyn is open for lunch, brunch, and dinner. Certain evenings feature a varied selection of musical performances.
Two Boots Brooklyn
514 2nd Street (bet. 7th & 8th Avs), Park Slope, Brooklyn
(718) 499-3253
http://www.twobootsbrooklyn.com/
By train: B,Q to 7th Avenue
By bus: B67, B71
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