Dekalb Market Hall
Market · 445 Albee Square W, Brooklyn, NY 11201, United States · United States
★ 4.6 on Google · 6,636 reviews · View on Google Maps
Manipulation score
CleanCompleted Jul 15, 2026 · 49 reviews flagged
How this score works
The score estimates how strongly this place's review record matches known manipulation patterns, from 0 (no signs) to 100. Verdicts: Clean below 40, Suspicious from 40, Likely Manipulated from 70; Review Drive when the flags are mostly staff asking customers for named reviews. It rises with the share of reviews flagged and how suspicious each one is.
- Burst
- — an abnormal spike of five-star reviews in a single day compared to the place's usual pace.
- Low activity account
- — the reviewer has almost no other reviews, photos, or Local Guide history; throwaway accounts look like this.
- Duplicate text
- — the wording is nearly identical to another review of the same place.
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Case conclusion
What the numbers say
1,000 reviews examined
- Google rating
- 4.6★
- Not-flagged average
- 4.7★
- Flagged
- 5%
- Coverage
- 15%
All reviews shown by Google
951 examined reviews
49 of 1,000
1,000 of 6,636 Google reviews
“Not flagged” means no configured Revdict signal matched; it does not prove a review is genuine. Data fetched Jul 15, 2026.
Review brief
What reviews not flagged by Revdict say
DeKalb Market Hall is a bustling underground food market located in Downtown Brooklyn, featuring a wide variety of global food stalls, shops, and a Trader Joe's. Reviewers report a lively, vibrant atmosphere with plenty of diverse dining choices, though many note that it frequently gets crowded and noisy.
+ Repeated strengths
Variety of food options
Reviewers frequently highlight the massive selection of diverse international cuisines and food vendors available under one roof.
3 supporting reviews
4★ · 2025-06-27
DeKalb Market Hall in Downtown Brooklyn is an indoor food hall with dozens of vendors offering global cuisines, from Katz’s deli sandwiches to Caribbean, Asian, and vegan options. It’s great for groups and quick meals, though it can get cro...
4★ · 2025-07-12
Good ambience. Nice food. And there is TJ right behind.
5★ · 2026-01-12
Great spot on DeKalb street. Lots of different food options hitting many different cultures. I recommend placing a order at a few spots and do it one right after another considering there is a wait to get your meal ready.
Lively and fun atmosphere
Many visitors enjoy the energetic vibe, music, and social environment, making it a great spot for groups and hangouts.
2 supporting reviews
4★ · 2025-07-25
A very good food hall to stop by for a drink and a bite to eat if you're in the area. The ambiance, with its many aisles, neon lights, and music, is a real plus. We tried some very good beers and some fries, which, unfortunately, were disap...
5★ · 2025-11-17
Now THIS PLACE ISTHE BOMB!!! You have SO Many choices when it comes to the FOOD! All of the different kind of food is DELICIOUS! 😋 There's different kind of music played daily, and on Friday nights.. Soul/Disco/Salsa Music is played.. "...
Convenient amenities and location
Reviewers appreciate having a Trader Joe's, shopping, and a movie theater directly connected to the market hall.
2 supporting reviews
3★ · 2025-07-23
Convenient marketplace including a Target, a Trader Joe's, a book shop, cookie shop, and dining options.
5★ · 2026-04-28
Love that there's a Trader Joe's conveniently located in the basement among the food court! Target upstairs didn't hurt my feelings either!
− Repeated complaints
Crowded and noisy conditions
Reviewers report that the space frequently becomes overly crowded, tight to navigate, and quite loud.
2 supporting reviews
4★ · 2025-05-15
A little crowded but many food options
3★ · 2026-03-14
Great food options, a nightmare sound wise. An overlapping array of music from the main speakers and individual food stands. At least three different tracks on at full volume - making it impossible to sit and enjoy the food.
High prices
Multiple reviewers note that various food items, drinks, and specific vendor meals are expensive and pricey.
2 supporting reviews
3★ · 2025-05-17
Overpriced occasionally tasty hipster bites, meh.
4★ · 2025-09-19
Excellent food market with a wide variety of dishes to choose from. Prices are high, however.
Seating and restroom issues
Some reviewers complain about inadequate seating during busy times and poorly maintained or hard-to-find restrooms.
2 supporting reviews
3★ · 2025-06-02
I was happy to find this place after a long day of shopping, I needed a place to eat and rest. There are searing options but there's a lot of foot traffic so you have to take your opportunity when you do find searing.The place is lively wit...
1★ · 2026-05-05
This review is just for the restrooms at the food hall and I hope someone sees this and helps! Restrooms here are always a mess, never any toilet paper, doors don’t lock or have hooks for your bags. It makes me feel like the food hall isn’t...
Good for
- Large groups with diverse food preferences
- Casual date nights or hanging out with friends
- Combining grocery shopping at Trader Joe's with a quick bite
Avoid if
- You dislike loud, crowded, and chaotic environments
- You are looking for cheap, budget-friendly fast food
- You require guaranteed seating during peak hours
Review anatomy
Reviews per month
| Month | Reviews | Flagged |
|---|---|---|
| May ’25 | 65 | 4 |
| Jun ’25 | 84 | 6 |
| Jul ’25 | 82 | 2 |
| Aug ’25 | 73 | 4 |
| Sep ’25 | 82 | 4 |
| Oct ’25 | 67 | 5 |
| Nov ’25 | 52 | 2 |
| Dec ’25 | 69 | 3 |
| Jan ’26 | 64 | 2 |
| Feb ’26 | 50 | 1 |
| Mar ’26 | 59 | 4 |
| Apr ’26 | 78 | 6 |
| May ’26 | 88 | 4 |
| Jun ’26 | 47 | 2 |
| Jul ’26 | 40 | 0 |
Rating distribution
Evidence
- low activity account 47 reviews flagged weight 0.8
- generic account 2 reviews flagged weight 1
Flagged reviews
Showing the 10 most suspicious of 49 flagged reviews.
Shawn Albert
17 reviews · Local Guide
★★★★★
2025-10-05
Had an amazing date night at DeKalb Market Hall — grabbed Han’s Noodles (so good!) and tried a few different sours at the draft bar. Great vibes, delicious food, and the perfect casual spot for a fun evening out.
Derrel Johnson
24 reviews · Local Guide
★★★★★
2026-04-18
DeKalb Market Hall has something for just about every taste. I love getting lamb chops there, but they also have creative dishes like oxtail grilled cheese, and there is even a Katz Deli there (though it is more expensive that the original location in Manhattan.)
mac and cheese!
2 reviews
★★★★★
2025-05-26
BK Jani has the tastiest burgers, love their ketchup! :)
aleko kukhianidze
1 review
★★★★★
2025-06-03
Anastasia Samaras
2 reviews
★★★★★
2025-06-03
Amazing service!!! Staff was so nice!
Mariam Adejumo
2 reviews
★★★★★
2025-06-12
Orkays
2 reviews
★★★★★
2025-06-21
Tashawna Taylor
2 reviews
★★★★★
2025-06-30
Axel Manica
2 reviews
★★★★★
2025-07-24
Patrick
2 reviews
★★★★★
2025-07-30
Report generated Jul 15, 2026. Reviews change — you can request a fresh investigation.
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