Old School Italian Cuisine

We’re a little different. old school, BUT never compromised

Like Nonna’s house
every night of
the week

"In 2020, Brooklyn Roots was no more than a dream in a marble notebook and today, Brooklyn Roots is a living, breathing thing. I am finally home and so proud to cook dishes that are familiar, but with my own flare. We are old school in a modern world. We will never compromise our standards, and we will always show you how much we appreciate you choosing to dine with us."
~ Chef Thomas Perone

An old school family style menu

At Roots, we encourage sharing. Each pasta and entree is designed to be enjoyed in the company of loved ones, portioned to serve two.

Come in to try our signature Vodka Sauce, Filet Mignon Pizzaiola, Eggplant Rollatini, Chicken Scarpariello, and the Veal Marsala. The list goes on, with each dish as a tribute to great flavors and traditions. Leave room for dessert—our Bread Pudding will leave you longing for just one more bite!

Roots set in Brooklyn

In 2020, Chef Thomas Perone got to work on an old school Italian concept, writing ideas in his notebook. It was well received, and through the power of social media and word of mouth, Brooklyn Roots began to flourish in its original location in Sunset Park. When the 46th and 4th location had to close unexpectedly, Chef Thomas called a group of people he always knew there was something special about...

Need a tray?
We do catering too

Choose from our convenient half and full tray options to treat your guests to our classic and signature options. To place catering orders, reach out to us here.

Please note that someone on our team will confirm your catering order once it has been received.

Host Your Event
With Us

In addition to our Tuesday to Sunday dining experience, we open our doors to host a variety of special occasions.

Whether it's a birthday celebration, graduation party, baptism or communion, we create a warm and family-centered atmosphere to make your events truly memorable. Consider reserving the entire restaurant before dinner service by reaching out to us here.
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