Guidebook for Brooklyn
Food Scene
THE BEST. They serve La Colombe coffee (best in Manhattan) and bake fresh goodies daily. The cinnamon rolls are usually fresh and hot at 9am and are the best $3 start to your day possible.
8 locals recommend
Bread & Joe
618 4th AveTHE BEST. They serve La Colombe coffee (best in Manhattan) and bake fresh goodies daily. The cinnamon rolls are usually fresh and hot at 9am and are the best $3 start to your day possible.
Favorite local Italian restaurant. They deliver and we have never had a bad meal here. Perfect Chicken Parm.
26 locals recommend
Giovanni's Brooklyn Eats
1666 8th AveFavorite local Italian restaurant. They deliver and we have never had a bad meal here. Perfect Chicken Parm.
Great burgers and beers. They deliver. Insider tip: Fries are included with every sandwich!
35 locals recommend
Dram Shop
339 9th StGreat burgers and beers. They deliver. Insider tip: Fries are included with every sandwich!
Fresh made NYC bagels. Cheap. Close walk from the house. Bagel sandwich is < $5.
38 locals recommend
The Bagel Factory
612 5th AveFresh made NYC bagels. Cheap. Close walk from the house. Bagel sandwich is < $5.
BEST STEAK IN NYC. Peter Luger's gets the press, but this place is our favorite. It's not cheap but it's worth the splurge. Luger's has a 2 week wait - you can show up to Prime Meats and wait a few hours at the bar and eat the same night. If you are a meat eater - don't miss out. The burger is great too. And the coconut cream pie. And the baked carrots. And. And..
111 locals recommend
Prime Meats
465 Court StBEST STEAK IN NYC. Peter Luger's gets the press, but this place is our favorite. It's not cheap but it's worth the splurge. Luger's has a 2 week wait - you can show up to Prime Meats and wait a few hours at the bar and eat the same night. If you are a meat eater - don't miss out. The burger is great too. And the coconut cream pie. And the baked carrots. And. And..
Beyonce eats here. So there's that. It's always busy, but it's the best brunch spot in Brooklyn. Chicken and waffles are the go-to.
159 locals recommend
Buttermilk Channel
524 Court StBeyonce eats here. So there's that. It's always busy, but it's the best brunch spot in Brooklyn. Chicken and waffles are the go-to.
Ben is from Texas. And super picky about Mexican eats. This is the best spot we have found. It is fairly priced and a good time out to eat. The fancy margaritas are a personal fav (LOVE the jalapeño version), the burritos are gigantic, and the Baja fish tacos are incredible. Make sure to try the "crack sauce." Good stuff.
253 locals recommend
Calexico
645 Manhattan AveBen is from Texas. And super picky about Mexican eats. This is the best spot we have found. It is fairly priced and a good time out to eat. The fancy margaritas are a personal fav (LOVE the jalapeño version), the burritos are gigantic, and the Baja fish tacos are incredible. Make sure to try the "crack sauce." Good stuff.
Drinks & Nightlife
Lavender Lake Bar
53 Carroll StLowkey. Great beer selection.
Voted #1 bar in world. That's maybe overstating it, but it's a great out of the way spot for fancy cocktails to start your night.
122 locals recommend
The Dead Rabbit Grocery and Grog
30 Water StVoted #1 bar in world. That's maybe overstating it, but it's a great out of the way spot for fancy cocktails to start your night.
Trendy. Pricey. But worth it. If you are a cocktail and food snob this is a must. Easy walk to rest of East Village fun.
203 locals recommend
Death & Company
433 E 6th StTrendy. Pricey. But worth it. If you are a cocktail and food snob this is a must. Easy walk to rest of East Village fun.
Mayahuel Mariposa
304 East 6th StreetSuper cute tequila bar with great food and drinks.
Parks & Nature
This is Central Park's little brother (designed by the same person). It's only a short walk from your apt. If it's nice out and you are outdoorsy, it's a don't miss.
3418 locals recommend
Prospect Park
This is Central Park's little brother (designed by the same person). It's only a short walk from your apt. If it's nice out and you are outdoorsy, it's a don't miss.
Avoid touristy Central Park. This is the Manhattan "park" you are looking for. Great views of the river. Shopping, dining, fun all close by.
2323 locals recommend
The High Line Park
Avoid touristy Central Park. This is the Manhattan "park" you are looking for. Great views of the river. Shopping, dining, fun all close by.
Famous for it's Cherry Blossoms, this beautiful park is where local Brooklynite's seek refuge and relaxation on beautiful, sunny days. It's a can't miss.
2030 locals recommend
Brooklyn Botanic Garden
990 Washington AveFamous for it's Cherry Blossoms, this beautiful park is where local Brooklynite's seek refuge and relaxation on beautiful, sunny days. It's a can't miss.
Arts & Culture
The Museum of Modern Art
11 West 53rd StreetCan't miss.
Brooklyn Museum
200 Eastern PkwyEssentials
It's pricey, but oh so convenient. Just a half block away. Veggie/vegan friendly.
28 locals recommend
Earth's Basket
599 4th AveIt's pricey, but oh so convenient. Just a half block away. Veggie/vegan friendly.
Clean Rite Center 24 HOURS
1332 Flatbush Ave24 hours. 2 blocks away. Drop off service offered.
Short walk away. This is a cheaper alternative to Earth's Basket. Basic/gourmet grocery store.
16 locals recommend
Associated Fresh
615 5th AveShort walk away. This is a cheaper alternative to Earth's Basket. Basic/gourmet grocery store.
Entertainment & Activities
Atlantic Av-Barclays Center station
Catch a game or concert here.
SMALL but charming movie theater. Matinees before 3pm M-F only $8.
145 locals recommend
Cobble Hill Cinemas
265 Court StSMALL but charming movie theater. Matinees before 3pm M-F only $8.