Fette Sau
Barbecue restaurant · 354 Metropolitan Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11211, United States · United States
★ 4.4 on Google · 2,225 reviews · View on Google Maps
Manipulation score
CleanCompleted Jul 19, 2026 · 46 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.
Verdicts are statistical estimates based on public review patterns, not accusations. Full methodology, signal definitions and known limits →
Case conclusion
What the numbers say
1,000 reviews examined
- Google rating
- 4.4★
- Not-flagged average
- 4.4★
- Flagged
- 5%
- Coverage
- 45%
All reviews shown by Google
954 examined reviews
46 of 1,000
1,000 of 2,225 Google reviews
“Not flagged” means no configured Revdict signal matched; it does not prove a review is genuine. Data fetched Jul 19, 2026.
Review brief
What reviews not flagged by Revdict say
Reviewers report that this Brooklyn spot offers an unpretentious, garage-style setting with a great selection of local beers and whiskeys. While many praise the tender meats and standout brisket, others note that portions can feel expensive and that some items are inconsistently prepared.
+ Repeated strengths
Brisket and Meats
Reviewers frequently highlight the brisket, pork belly, and ribs as tender, flavorful, and standout highlights.
2 supporting reviews
5★ · 2019-06-18
Wonderful brisket the best
5★ · 2019-07-13
A fantastic BBQ joint. Buy your meats by the half pound, choose sides, choose drinks (or cocktails). Sit inside or out. Very few frills and everything is brilliantly done. I crossed the Atlantic to have the brisket again; it's that good!
Drinks and Atmosphere
Reviewers appreciate the relaxed, rustic vibe and the strong selection of craft beers and whiskeys.
3 supporting reviews
5★ · 2019-06-24
Awesome bbq and great beer, whisky & wine. Tommel opp!
5★ · 2019-07-31
Hipster carnivore paradise. Great drinks too
5★ · 2025-07-04
Roll up the garage door and fire up the grill. Legit midwesterner bbq in Brooklyn. In the third bay of an auto body shop these kids can Q. Whiskey bar, tasty sides and communal indoor and outdoor seating. Holy hickory smokes, beef i...
Baked Beans
Reviewers repeatedly mention the burnt end baked beans as a remarkably delicious side dish.
3 supporting reviews
5★ · 2019-07-04
Beef brisket , ribs and baked bean where great and the on tape hard cider was a great pair also frozen margaritas where great ! Great mixed atmosphere
5★ · 2020-09-13
Great food, don't skip the burnt end baked beans! They are delicious.
5★ · 2025-07-05
If you’re craving authentic BBQ with personality, FatSauce is a must. Tucked in a fun, buzzy Brooklyn neighborhood, this spot brings serious summer vibes with a touch of German beer hall charm. From the moment you step in, it’s an experienc...
− Repeated complaints
High Prices and Portion Sizes
Reviewers often complain that the food is pricey relative to the portion sizes received.
2 supporting reviews
3★ · 2019-06-09
Food taste great. But a little over prices. This plus a beer was almost 40 USD. For the location and this style and kind of food shouldn't cost this much.
4★ · 2019-06-21
I love this place. Nice staff. But a little bit overprices.
Inconsistent Food Quality
Some reviewers report receiving dry, chewy, or fatty meat and lukewarm temperatures.
3 supporting reviews
2★ · 2019-08-24
Great food. Some meats tend to be subpar if they have been sitting under the heatlamp too long. But the real trick is to never leave your food or drink. Because they will throw $20 worth of food out or three quaters of a beer out immediat...
5★ · 2019-11-09
I went there because I heard it's popular recently. Honestly, ordering can be a pain if you don't understand English, and you have to decide how much you want. They seem to be used to serving tourists, so I think it's fine to just leave it...
2★ · 2025-11-15
“Remarkably mid” was the only way I could describe the food here. Nothing we got (baked beans, brisket, broccoli salad, ribs, wings) was a hitter. The meats tasted like they were sitting under the heat lamp for a long while. The brisket was...
Good for
- Meat lovers looking for smoked brisket and pork belly
- Groups wanting a casual spot with a large beer and whiskey selection
- Fans of rustic, unpretentious dining atmospheres
Avoid if
- You are on a strict budget or seeking cheap eats
- You expect traditional sit-down table service
- You are sensitive to inconsistent food temperatures or dryness
Recent pattern — Newer reviews indicate that the Brooklyn location closed in December 2025, leaving only the Philadelphia location open.
Review anatomy
Reviews per quarter
| Quarter | Reviews | Flagged |
|---|---|---|
| Q2 ’19 | 31 | 1 |
| Q3 ’19 | 115 | 14 |
| Q4 ’19 | 77 | 3 |
| Q1 ’20 | 56 | 5 |
| Q2 ’20 | 10 | 1 |
| Q3 ’20 | 21 | 0 |
| Q4 ’20 | 24 | 0 |
| Q1 ’21 | 23 | 2 |
| Q2 ’21 | 29 | 2 |
| Q3 ’21 | 25 | 1 |
| Q4 ’21 | 23 | 2 |
| Q1 ’22 | 21 | 0 |
| Q2 ’22 | 37 | 0 |
| Q3 ’22 | 51 | 1 |
| Q4 ’22 | 45 | 1 |
| Q1 ’23 | 39 | 0 |
| Q2 ’23 | 42 | 3 |
| Q3 ’23 | 53 | 4 |
| Q4 ’23 | 42 | 0 |
| Q1 ’24 | 24 | 1 |
| Q2 ’24 | 40 | 0 |
| Q3 ’24 | 36 | 0 |
| Q4 ’24 | 28 | 2 |
| Q1 ’25 | 33 | 0 |
| Q2 ’25 | 34 | 1 |
| Q3 ’25 | 19 | 1 |
| Q4 ’25 | 22 | 1 |
Rating distribution
Evidence
- burst 5 five-star reviews on 2019-08-18 vs avg 0.7/day weight 1
- low activity account 43 reviews flagged weight 0.8
Flagged reviews
Showing the 10 most suspicious of 46 flagged reviews.
Clarisse Regnault
2 reviews
★★★★★
2019-08-18
abdullah ekici
2 reviews
★★★★★
2019-08-18
Virginie Malthet
8 reviews
★★★★★
2019-08-18
Stacey Trapp
34 reviews · Local Guide
★★★★★
2019-08-18
louis
8 reviews · Local Guide
★★★★★
2019-08-18
松倉達也
1 review
★★★★★
2019-07-21
Jinjoo Ahn
2 reviews
★★★★★
2019-07-28
Good good good
Sebastian Jansson
2 reviews
★★★★★
2019-08-25
Shanna Bowman
1 review
★★★★★
2019-09-02
Rated G For Gamers
1 review
★★★★★
2019-09-12
Report generated Jul 19, 2026. Reviews change — you can request a fresh investigation.
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