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.
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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 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
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 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
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 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
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 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
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 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
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 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
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 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
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 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
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.
Super cute tequila bar with great food and drinks.
71 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
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.
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Parque Prospect
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.
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Parque High Line
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 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
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.
Museo de Brooklyn
200 Eastern PkwyEssentials
It's pricey, but oh so convenient. Just a half block away. Veggie/vegan friendly.
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Earth's Basket
599 4th AveIt's pricey, but oh so convenient. Just a half block away. Veggie/vegan friendly.
24 hours. 2 blocks away. Drop off service offered.
24 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
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 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Associated Fresh
615 5th AveShort walk away. This is a cheaper alternative to Earth's Basket. Basic/gourmet grocery store.
Entertainment & Activities
Catch a game or concert here.
155 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Atlantic Av-Barclays Center station
Catch a game or concert here.
SMALL but charming movie theater. Matinees before 3pm M-F only $8.
145 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Cobble Hill Cinemas
265 Court StSMALL but charming movie theater. Matinees before 3pm M-F only $8.