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Time Out Market New York

Food court · 55 Water St, Brooklyn, NY 11201, United States · United States

4.5 on Google · 8,152 reviews · View on Google Maps

Manipulation score

Clean

Completed Jul 15, 2026 · 38 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
4.5★

All reviews shown by Google

Not-flagged average
4.5★

962 examined reviews

Flagged
4%

38 of 1,000

Coverage
12%

1,000 of 8,152 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

Reviewers report that this popular DUMBO food hall offers a vibrant atmosphere and a wide variety of diverse food and drink options under one roof. Visitors frequently highlight the stunning rooftop and balcony views of the Manhattan skyline and nearby bridges, though many note that the venue gets extremely crowded.

+ Repeated strengths

Views and Rooftop

Reviewers frequently praise the spectacular rooftop terrace and windows for offering breathtaking views of the Brooklyn and Manhattan bridges and the city skyline.

2 supporting reviews

5★ · 2025-12-06

Two floors and a terrace with spectacular views.

5★ · 2025-12-18

Beautiful rooftop! Dumbo area is sooo great!

Food Variety and Quality

Reviewers report a massive selection of high-quality culinary choices ranging from barbecue and burgers to pasta and pastries.

3 supporting reviews

5★ · 2025-12-04

Some of my favourite food of the 10 days ive been here. I had Jacobs which is southern comfort food and it was more than generous and certainly comforting. It was delicious and well worth the money. Time out itself is huge with a massive...

5★ · 2026-02-24

Very busy but a good selection and use the lift to look at a different position of Brooklyn bridge

5★ · 2026-06-11

Time Out Market New York offers a wide variety of cuisines, making it a convenient one-stop destination with many restaurants all under one roof. The market features everything from barbecue and pizza to bagels, Mexican fare, and Japanese h...

Vibe and Atmosphere

The venue features a lively, energetic atmosphere with good music and a cool industrial setting that makes it fun to hang out with friends or family.

2 supporting reviews

5★ · 2026-01-12

Amazing vibe and amazing view from the terrace! Lots of different food to try!

5★ · 2026-07-07

Lots of choices! We had deli but everything looked good. Nothing inexpensive that I could find. Plenty of seating inside and out.

− Repeated complaints

Crowds and Seating

Reviewers consistently complain that the space gets overwhelmingly crowded, making it very difficult to find empty tables or seats.

2 supporting reviews

4★ · 2025-12-06

This was a really fun market the only down side in my opinion was hard to get seats with a group of 3 or 4 people.

5★ · 2026-06-22

Too crowded, i visited bark bbq, amazing, too much people, 1 hour line to order, to find sit

Restroom Availability

Reviewers frequently report long queues and insufficient capacity for the restrooms.

1 supporting review

5★ · 2025-12-12

Nice food court with some great options. Limited restrooms

High Prices

Reviewers state that food and drinks are expensive and on the pricier side compared to standard dining.

3 supporting reviews

1★ · 2025-12-19

Prices are high and quality is not good, most od the time too noisy

4★ · 2026-02-02

The terrace offers a lovely view. However, be aware of the prices; a hamburger will set you back $30. Also, be careful when paying, as the 20% service charge is automatically selected even if you serve yourself. Furthermore, the place is n...

1★ · 2026-06-08

TOURISTS BEWARE. This place is overpriced and food is not good. They hype it on social media but irl have no quality control. And they have not enough restrooms to accommodate a slow traffic day.

Good for

  • Groups with diverse food preferences
  • Enjoying scenic views of the bridges and skyline
  • Casual meals and drinks in a lively atmosphere

Avoid if

  • You dislike large crowds and long lines
  • You are on a tight budget
  • you require guaranteed or easily accessible seating
Summarized from 519 text reviews not flagged by Revdict · 2025-11-26 to 2026-07-15 · Summaries can miss context; open the supporting reviews before deciding.

Review anatomy

Reviews per month

Reviews per month, total and flagged
MonthReviewsFlagged
Nov ’25120
Dec ’251413
Jan ’261114
Feb ’26844
Mar ’261109
Apr ’261673
May ’261624
Jun ’261448
Jul ’26693

Rating distribution

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1★

Evidence

  • low activity account 35 reviews flagged weight 0.8
  • generic account 3 reviews flagged weight 1

Flagged reviews

Showing the 10 most suspicious of 38 flagged reviews.

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Brandon Forbes

14 reviews · Local Guide

★★★★★

2026-03-02

I loved this place! The food was packed with flavor, and everything we ordered came out just right. The service was great—friendly, fast, and low-key—but the vibe is what really sold it for me. Clean, welcoming, and full of energy, it felt like the kind of spot locals would keep coming back to. You...
generic account suspicion 85
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Shawna Carpenter

58 reviews · Local Guide

★★★★★

2026-03-20

Very cool concept. Every food place I’ve had here has been very good. Great views! The bar at the top is always a go to for me and I love being friends and family here from out of town.
generic account suspicion 85
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alina eats

127 reviews · Local Guide

★★★★★

2026-06-22

Good variety and quick to serve, satisfies what you want out of a market. The Thai place has great portion sizes.
generic account suspicion 85
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Alex Sava

1 review

★☆☆☆☆

2025-12-23

The service was terrible, and the staff were rude and unprofessional.
low activity account suspicion 48
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Juan Pablo Costabel

1 review

★★★★★

2026-01-01

low activity account suspicion 48
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Patrícia Raasch

2 reviews

★★★★★

2026-01-05

low activity account suspicion 48
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Blanca Ramos Blasco

1 review

★★★★★

2026-01-12

low activity account suspicion 48
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Cristina Ruiz Ortega

1 review

★★★★★

2026-01-17

low activity account suspicion 48
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Sam Smith

2 reviews

★★★★★

2026-02-09

Enjoyed the food.
low activity account suspicion 48
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Katherine D

1 review

★★★★★

2026-02-14

Fabulous rooftop experience!
low activity account suspicion 48

Report generated Jul 15, 2026. Reviews change — you can request a fresh investigation.

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