A&A Bake Doubles and Roti is a small Trinidadian counter-service spot at 1337 Fulton St in Bed-Stuy, Brooklyn. Come for doubles: soft fried flatbreads filled with curried chickpeas, with tamarind, chutney and pepper sauce to choose from. The menu also includes rotis, fish and shrimp doubles, aloo pie and pholourie. A James Beard recognition in 2019 helped put this neighborhood shop on the map. Seating is limited, so plan for a quick, casual meal and allow extra time if there’s a line.
Doubles and their toppings
Doubles pair two soft, fried flatbreads with curried chickpeas. At A&A, you can add sauces and toppings such as tamarind, chutney and pepper sauce, bringing sweet, tangy and spicy flavors to each bite. If you enjoy heat, ask for pepper sauce; if you’re unsure, ask the counter staff to guide you through the choices.
Fish and shrimp doubles give the familiar chickpea-filled snack a different filling to explore. For a first visit, ordering a couple of styles is a simple way to compare them. Portions can be filling, so consider how much you want to eat before adding more.
Beyond doubles
The menu reaches beyond the shop’s namesake. Rotis come with meat options including goat, and the choices also include shrimp and vegetarian dishes. Aloo pie is another chickpea-filled option, while bakes can be filled with fish such as cod or herring.
Pholourie, fried dough balls, is served with accompaniments including tamarind sauce and mango pickle. The combination brings a crisp outside, a soft center, sweetness and tang, with spice from the pickle. Ask for the condiments at the counter when ordering.
Ordering and finding a seat
A&A is a casual counter-service shop on Fulton Street in Bed-Stuy, with a counter and a few tables. Seating is limited, so it suits a quick stop more than a long, spacious meal. The shop has been recognized by the James Beard Foundation, and its Trinidadian street food draws a line at busy times.
Allow at least 30 minutes if you arrive during a peak period. The shop is listed as cash-only, so bring cash. If you haven’t tried Trinidadian food before, staff can help explain the options and seasonings.
FAQ
What should I order at A&A Bake Doubles and Roti?
Start with doubles, filled with curried chickpeas and topped with sauces such as tamarind, chutney or pepper sauce. Fish and shrimp doubles, goat roti and pholourie are other options.
Is A&A Bake Doubles and Roti cash-only?
The shop is listed as cash-only, so bring cash.
How long should I plan for a visit?
Allow 30 to 60 minutes, especially if there’s a line. Seating is limited.
Where is A&A Bake Doubles and Roti?
It’s at 1337 Fulton St in Bed-Stuy, Brooklyn.
