Last summer, "Swan Dive", an outdoor BBQ and drinking garden next to the Green Building at 450-452 Union Street in Gowanus received a seasonal liquor license to operate from May to November. It proved to be a popular summer destination, mostly for drinks.
However, the food component of Swan Lake, named "Pig Beach", received harsh criticism almost from the start despite the involvement of Shane McBride, executive chef of Balthazar, Rob Shawger of Salty Rinse BBQ, Ed's Lobster owner Ed McFarland, and Matt Abdoo (chef de cuisine at Del Posto).
Gothamist mercilessly labeled it the "worst new BBQ place" in New York City."
Despite the harsh reviews, the food team has taken over the outdoor space next to the Gowanus Canal for the 2016 summer season. It has been officially renamed "Pig Beach." A mural announcing the BBQ place was painted on the outside wall just recently.
According to its Twitter account, Pig Beach is poised to open "soon". Are you looking forward to it?
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Gothamist mercilessly labeled it the "worst new BBQ place" in New York City."
Despite the harsh reviews, the food team has taken over the outdoor space next to the Gowanus Canal for the 2016 summer season. It has been officially renamed "Pig Beach." A mural announcing the BBQ place was painted on the outside wall just recently.
According to its Twitter account, Pig Beach is poised to open "soon". Are you looking forward to it?