Restaurant in Brooklyn, United States
Third Time's the Charm
100Pearl PointsPizza-night supper club
About Third Time's the Charm
Choose Third Time's the Charm when the brief is wood-fired pizza, drinks, an easy Red Hook dinner rather than a formal Brooklyn meal. Its Star Wine List recognition gives the drinks side more weight than a standard pizza stop, while Red Hook Tavern and Cafe Kestrel are better cross-shops for broader dinner menus.
Is Third Time's the Charm worth choosing for pizza in Brooklyn? Yes, if the draw is a casual evening built around wood-fired pizza and a supper-club-style feel rather than a formal meal. In Brooklyn, where dinner can take many forms, this is the pick when the group wants wood-fired pizza in a casual setting.
Wood-fired pizza is the reason to go
The useful way to think about Third Time's the Charm is not as a generic pizza stop. The verified format points closer to a supper-club-style evening, with chef-owner Chris Milazzo attached and wood-fired pizza as the anchor. That makes it a stronger fit for diners who care about pizza than for anyone looking for a broad, all-purpose menu.
The practical case for choosing it is direct: go when wood-fired pizza is the center of the plan and a casual Brooklyn dinner is the goal. It is open Wednesday through Sunday evenings, with later hours on Friday and Saturday. For a deeper scan before committing, use the full Brooklyn restaurants guide.
Choose it for a casual Brooklyn dinner, not for maximum menu range
This is a better match for diners who want a low-friction dinner built around wood-fired pizza than for a group trying to satisfy every preference at one table. The cuisine signal is specific, which is a strength if everyone is on board and a limitation if the group needs a wide range of options.
If the night calls for a different kind of Brooklyn dinner, Red Hook Tavern, Cafe Kestrel, The Good Fork Pub, Brooklyn Crab, Lundy's of Brooklyn are also worth comparing by mood, group needs, the kind of evening you want rather than by cuisine alone.
For readers building a larger Brooklyn itinerary, nearby category guides are more useful than forcing this into every plan: Brooklyn hotels for where to stay, other Brooklyn dining guides for what to do around dinner. If pizza is the core search, Third Time's the Charm makes the most sense when wood-fired pizza is the main reason to go.
Frequently Asked Questions
How far ahead should I book Third Time's the Charm?
Check the venue directly for the latest booking process. The verified hours are Wednesday, Thursday, Sunday from 4 PM to 9 PM, Friday and Saturday from 4 PM to 12 AM; it is closed Monday and Tuesday.
Can Third Time's the Charm accommodate groups?
The verified details point to a casual wood-fired pizza / supper-club-style format, which can work well for a relaxed dinner when the group is aligned on pizza. Specific seating capacity and party-size policies are not verified, so larger groups should check directly before planning around it. Compared with Red Hook Tavern, this is best evaluated as a more pizza-focused Brooklyn option.
Does Third Time's the Charm handle dietary restrictions?
Plan conservatively and check ahead, especially if the restriction is strict. Specific allergy and dietary-accommodation details are not verified. For any table with mixed needs, confirm directly with the venue before booking or arriving.
Is Third Time's the Charm good for a special occasion?
Yes, if the occasion is casual rather than formal. The verified setup is wood-fired pizza / supper-club style, with casual dress and evening hours. Third Time's the Charm is best framed as a Brooklyn night out centered on pizza.
What are alternatives to Third Time's the Charm in Brooklyn?
Use Cafe Kestrel, Red Hook Tavern, Brooklyn Crab, Lundy's of Brooklyn, The Good Fork Pub as comparison points depending on the mood and group needs. Third Time's the Charm makes the most sense when wood-fired pizza is the main plan.
Is lunch or dinner better at Third Time's the Charm?
Dinner is the clear choice, since the verified hours are evenings only: closed Monday and Tuesday; open Wednesday, Thursday, Sunday from 4 PM to 9 PM; and open Friday and Saturday from 4 PM to 12 AM. If the plan is lunch, look elsewhere in Brooklyn.
Location
275 Van Brunt St, Brooklyn, NY 11231
Brooklyn, United States
Compare Third Time's the Charm
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|
| Third Time's the Charm | Brooklyn | Wood-fired pizza / supper-club style | Star Wine List (2026) |
| Cafe Kestrel | New York City | European, New American | , |
| Red Hook Tavern | New York City | American | , |
| The Good Fork Pub | New York City | , | , |
| Lundy's of Brooklyn | New York City | , | , |
| Brooklyn Crab | New York City | , | , |
How Third Time's the Charm Brooklyn compares with similar nearby venues.
Where to go if this does not fit the night
Choose Red Hook Tavern if the group wants a fuller American dinner in the same general Red Hook orbit. Choose Cafe Kestrel if the better match is European or New American cooking instead of a pizza-led format.
How it compares in Brooklyn
Third Time's the Charm is the tighter choice when the plan is pizza plus drinks in Red Hook. Red Hook Tavern is better for a fuller American tavern meal, especially if the group wants a broader menu. Cafe Kestrel is the stronger cross-shop for European or New American cooking rather than a pizza-led night.
For casual group energy, The Good Fork Pub is the easier recommendation when diners want pub flexibility over a focused wood-fired format. Brooklyn Crab and Lundy's of Brooklyn make more sense for waterfront seafood or larger, looser plans. Choose Third Time's the Charm when the food brief is narrower and the drinks component matters.
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