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For All Things Good
Mexican · Bedford-Stuyvesant (West), New York City
Restaurant in New York City, United States
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Affordable Mexican Pastry Counter
Price
$
Dress
Casual
Why go
For All Things Good is a value-led Brooklyn Mexican pick with Michelin Plate recognition and a casual format that makes sense for daytime meals, small groups, takeout-first plans. Choose it over pricier peers when ease and cost matter; look to Alta Calidad, Chavela's, or Sobre Masa for a fuller dinner setting.
About For All Things Good
For All Things Good is a Mexican restaurant in New York City with a $ price level, casual dress code, Michelin Plate recognition for 2025. Its schedule includes daytime hours on operating days and evening hours Tuesday through Saturday, with Monday closed.
The main reason to choose it is direct: it fits a lower-spend Mexican meal in New York City without requiring a formal dress plan. It suits a casual, value-led visit rather than a highly ceremonial occasion. If the plan calls for a different style of dining, compare it with other options such as Alta Calidad, Chavela's, Sobre Masa, Gordo's Cantina, Yellow Rose.
A casual New York City Mexican pick that makes more sense for value than ceremony
The dress code is casual, the price level is $. That makes For All Things Good easier to frame as a relaxed Mexican meal than as a formal special-occasion booking. Beyond those basics, details such as room size, seating layout, service format, group capacity are best confirmed directly, so planning should stay flexible.
Hours are useful for both daytime and evening planning. For All Things Good is closed Monday; opens Tuesday through Friday from 8 AM to 3 PM and again in the evening; opens Saturday from 10 AM to 4 PM and again in the evening; and opens Sunday from 10 AM to 4 PM. Friday and Saturday evening hours run later than the other evening hours.
Price is the practical anchor. At a single-dollar-sign level, the decision is less about justifying a splurge and more about choosing an affordable Mexican option with a Michelin Plate distinction. That recognition gives the listing more context than a purely casual stop, while the rest of the planning details should be kept simple.
Where it fits against Mexican peers
Compared with Alta Calidad, For All Things Good is the clearer pick when the priority is a $ Mexican restaurant with a casual dress code. Choose between them based on the kind of meal you want, the current schedule, availability.
Chavela's and Sobre Masa are natural cross-shops for diners comparing Mexican restaurants. For All Things Good stands out in this set for its $ price level, casual dress code, 2025 Michelin Plate recognition.
Gordo's Cantina and Yellow Rose are additional names to consider when scanning dining options. Use For All Things Good when the basics, Mexican cuisine, $ pricing, casual dress, the listed hours, match the plan.
The smart move: match the visit to the hours
For daytime visits, the listed hours are Tuesday through Friday from 8 AM to 3 PM, Saturday from 10 AM to 4 PM, Sunday from 10 AM to 4 PM. For evening visits, the listed hours are Tuesday through Thursday from 6 to 10 PM, Friday from 6 PM to 12 AM, Saturday from 6 PM to 12 AM. The venue is closed Monday.
Quick reference: choose For All Things Good for a casual, $ Mexican restaurant in New York City with Michelin Plate recognition. Choose another option if you need planning details such as a specific seating setup, group arrangements, or other service-specific accommodations.
Planning details
- Location
- 343 Franklin Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11238
- Reservations
- Book on Resy
- Website
- forallthingsgoodbk.com
- Phone
- (646) 238-2068
The take
The Take
The Vibe
For All Things Good reads like a sincere neighbourhood Mexican spot—affordable, well executed and quietly celebrated. Set on Franklin Avenue, it earns a Michelin Plate in 2025 while operating at a single-dollar price point, which frames it as a value-driven counterpart to higher-ticket rooms. The writing emphasizes solid portions, consistent cooking and a baked-goods tradition rooted in pan dulce, giving the place a homey, bakery-adjacent personality alongside its savory plates. It leans casual rather than aspirational, the kind of place locals return to for reliable flavor rather than theatrical presentation.
Best For
This is a go-to for approachable outings—brunch service that nods to pan dulce and pastries, quick midday meals and casual evening plates. The single-dollar price tier and strong Google ratings suggest it suits neighbourhood regulars, solo diners and small groups who value portion logic and consistency over formal ceremony. It’s less a destination for big celebrations and more a dependable stop for a relaxed meal, a pastry run or a low-key catch-up with friends where quality outstrips fuss.
Ordering Tips
Lean into the signatures and the bakery offerings: the Mezcal Mushroom Tlayudita, Tetela Trio and Avocado Herb Memela are called out as highlights. Given the write-up’s emphasis on portion logic and sharing, order a few plates to sample across textures and flavors rather than one large entree. Don’t skip the pan dulce or pastry side of the menu—those baking traditions are a point of pride here. Expect solid, value-forward dishes rather than tasting-menu formality; go for variety and let the neighbourhood-style portions guide how much to share.
Venue details
Ambiance
Minimalist basement cafe with a lively yet charming atmosphere, featuring corn sacks lining the walls and a small kitchen.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
Sourcing
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Small
Signature Dishes
- Mezcal Mushroom Tlayudita
- Tetela Trio
- Avocado Herb Memela
Planning details
Location
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Where to Go If You Can't Get In
Try Sobre Masa if the masa angle is the reason for going; it is the closest conceptual cross-shop, though it sits in a higher price tier.
Choose Chavela's if the group wants a more complete sit-down Mexican dinner with stronger occasion energy.
Restaurant context
How It Compares
For All Things Good is the value play in this New York City Mexican set. It sits at $ while Alta Calidad, Chavela's, Sobre Masa, Gordo's Cantina, and Yellow Rose all sit at $$. That makes it the easier recommendation for a lower-stakes meal, especially if the plan is daytime eating or takeout.
Alta Calidad and Chavela's are better for a more complete sit-down dinner with a stronger occasion feel. Sobre Masa is the closest peer for diners who care about Mexican masa culture, but it costs more. Gordo's Cantina and Yellow Rose make more sense when atmosphere matters more than strict value.
Booking difficulty favors For All Things Good. If the goal is an easy Brooklyn Mexican meal with credible recognition, start here. If the goal is a bigger night out, cross-shop the $$ options instead.
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Compare For All Things Good
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Awards | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| For All Things Good | New York City | Mexican | 2025 Michelin Plate | $ |
| Alta Calidad | New York City | Mexican | 2025 Michelin Bib Gourmand2024 Michelin Bib Gourmand | $$ |
| Chavela’s | New York City | Mexican | 2025 Michelin Bib Gourmand2024 Michelin Bib Gourmand | $$ |
| Sobre Masa | New York City | Mexican | 2026 OAD Casual in North America Recommended2025 Michelin Bib Gourmand2024 Michelin Bib Gourmand | $$ |
| Gordo's Cantina | New York City | Mexican | 2025 Michelin Bib Gourmand2024 Michelin Bib Gourmand | $$ |
| Yellow Rose | New York City | Mexican | 2026 OAD Casual in North America Recommended2025 OAD Casual in North America2025 Michelin Bib Gourmand2024 Michelin Bib Gourmand | $$ |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I wear to For All Things Good?
Keep it casual. The dress code for For All Things Good in New York City is casual.
Can For All Things Good accommodate groups?
Group capacity is best confirmed directly. The confirmed details are that For All Things Good is a $ Mexican restaurant in New York City with a casual dress code and listed daytime and evening hours on select days.
Is For All Things Good worth the price?
It can be, if you want a $ Mexican restaurant in New York City with Michelin Plate recognition. It is best framed as a casual, lower-spend option rather than a splurge.
Are daytime or evening hours better for For All Things Good?
The hours support both daytime and evening planning on several days. For All Things Good is closed Monday; has daytime and evening hours Tuesday through Saturday; and has daytime hours on Sunday.
Can I eat at the bar at For All Things Good?
Is For All Things Good good for a special occasion?
It depends on the kind of occasion. The facts point to a casual, $ Mexican restaurant in New York City with Michelin Plate recognition, so it is better suited to an informal plan than a formal one.
What are alternatives to For All Things Good?
Other restaurants to compare include Alta Calidad, Chavela's, Sobre Masa, Gordo's Cantina, Yellow Rose. Compare them based on the meal style, schedule, availability you need.
