Very nice environment. Not huge, but not tiny; you can usually walk in on a weeknight. Great small bites.
Big fan of the New York Slice Pie, but everything else is good too. The bar isn't big, but it's fun to sit there and chat.
Super environment. Cozy, warm, a tad bit irreverent. Great wine list and, obviously, great pizza. Can't really go wrong.
There are zero bad things on the menu, but the Lil' Stinker is one of the absolute best.
Small space with a cool vibe. Leave your inhibitions at home and order a tropical cocktail. Or, ask the bartender to make you a proper Aviation, with gin and crème de violette.
It feels like you've stepped onto a Wes Anderson set. Don't feel like paying for a shuffleboard court? Check out life-size Jenga!
Oh my goodness. This is good pizza. Best pizza in the neighborhood, even. Start with the excellent margherita and explore the menu from there.
The bar has a killer soundtrack. Arcade Fire, LCD Soundsystem, etc. Get a draft beer, let the music give you some mojo, and make new friends.
Tally up another tip for the Hellboy. I wasn't sure about honey on a pizza, but it's one of the best slices I've ever had. Mike's Hot Honey perfectly complements the soppressata.
Tacos: al pastor, carnitas, and chorizo. Do those. Thirsty? Margarita (with fresh juice) on the rocks.
Look, I love spicy. And I love Nashville fried chicken. But I've never tasted anything spicier than the extra hot chicken here. If you're not sure, start with the hot chicken.
Homemade pasta plus homemade sauce equals ecstasy. I picked pappardelle with pomodoro (and a bottle of Pinot Noir, of course) but you can't make a mistake here.
Yo, this ramen is spectacular, but first you need to order a Japanese IPA and snack on the spicy crispy Brussels sprouts. (And then get the miso ramen).
Probably my favorite park in NYC, in part because of the skyline views but mostly because of the Michael Van Valkenburgh design.
Rescue yourself with an Everything bagel with scallion cream cheese. Line is long but everything moves quickly.
The tacos are top notch, and only $2 during happy hour ($3 normally). Try the sweet chicken mole, the bistec, and the carne enchilada.
Ugh this place is so idyllic. Even in the winter, the backyard rules (heated tent). The perfect spot for day drinking their awesome craft beer and eating their munchies.
This place is adorable. Idyllic. Maybe even perfect. Counter Culture coffee & the mind-blowing avocado smash are keys to a leisurely weekend breakfast.
The Emily burger is the stupidest, most delicious burger within AT LEAST a mile radius. Get there early because they often run out.
Pretty sure this is the epicenter of the 'Williamsburg cool kid' scene. Coffee shop by day, lounge and club by night, awesome all the time.
The absolute encapsulation of every design trend right now. And that's a good thing. That said, this isn't an every day café, unless you really like blowing cash.
This place is incredible. It might be the perfect neighborhood bar. And $2 for a beer in NYC? Unreal.
Delicious & fresh food, but a bit pricey considering it's cash only. The Marinara pizza with anchovies & black olives was great, but very salty.
Lovely little wine bar, perfect for afternoon sipping with the windows open or a cozy evening date. The staff is so friendly and knowledgeable — take a chance on their recommendation for orange wine.
Dreamy, delightful meal. Their take on crab rangoons and deviled eggs are perfect, but you should try a range of everything. Make a reservation a few weeks in advance and plan a little double date.
Come through during happy hour for dollar oysters. They have super unique sauces that come in little dropper bottles. Beautiful interior, too.
Clearly, this is the best date spot in town. The oyster selection is marvelous, and the vibe is swanky and confident. I skipped the absinthe drip, but the absinthe cocktails are wonderful.
All of the pastas are amazing, but they probably have a special that’s extra amazing, like paccheri with pork shoulder ragù. Hit the wine bar downstairs for a less crowded, more intimate experience.
Expensive cocktails, but it’s worth it for the incredible view and swank vibe. You should come here with your best looking friends.
Awesome, diverse list of IPAs. My favorite move is to pick up a sandwich at Court Street Grocers and bring it here to eat, with the beers. You know, for responsibility and such.
Once, someone told me they didn’t like sandwiches. Not a specific sandwich. Just the concept. I didn’t get the opportunity to change their mind with CSG, but I know it would work. Eat more sandwiches.
The crust is among the best I’ve ever had. The sauce and cheese are excellent but a few other legendary spots have it slightly better. But it’s still worth every minute you wait in line.
Oh, mama. It’s so good. The cavatelli with hot sausage and browned sage butter is stupid good. The escarole and cavatelli soup is stupid good. The meatballs! I could go on. It’s all just so, so good.
It is everything you hoped it would be and more. There was a special appetizer focaccia with tomatoes that melted my brain, so trust the specials. The sheep’s milk agnolotti entrée was divine too.
I am in love with this restaurant and bar, after which every casual restaurant and bar chain in America is modeled. Get the mozzarella sticks. And beer in frosted mugs.
Imagine Elsewhere after it gets promoted to VP, gets a townhouse in Cobble Hill, marries someone fun but responsible, and never loses its soul. That’s Public Records.
Phenomenal food in a perfect environment. For dates, for friends, for business dinners, for a solo dinner at the bar; if you want amazing Italian food, wine, and cocktails, it’s hard to go wrong here.
The food (beet chorizo & lamb barbacoa tacos were my favorites) is excellent, yes, but you owe it to yourself to check out the extremely funky bathrooms.
Maybe it feels a little too on the nose, like a theme bar trying to capture what was 2010s Brooklyn, but damn if it’s not a good time.
This place feels like a poem. Truly immaculate vibes. A perfect neighborhood spot that I would defend with my life.
The vibes, and the beers, are incredibly good. Space looked like it popped straight outta AD. But, they either need some sound dampening or I’m just too old, because it’s impossible to hear anyone.
Best street tacos in the city? Tacombi should come take notes, I’ll tell you that much. Kind, friendly people behind the counter, rotating taco selection, and dance music on the soundsystem.
Some of the best slices in the city. Tops Joe's without a doubt. On the pricier side, and the place is usually slammed, but whether you're taking a slice to go or hanging out, it's always good.
Lovely neighborhood spot that makes me wish I lived nearby. Bar steak and mezzi rigatoni were both hits.
Underrated gem. Only a dive in the absolute loosest sense. More like a cozy British pub that also does a great cocktail and has a cute backyard.
Perfect place. Menu always rotating with whatever’s fresh and good, but you’ll never be disappointed. Springtime, had spaghetti with smoked tilefish and ramps.
This place only gets better. Easier to grab a spot at lunch, and the menu still hits. I mean, just look at this ham sandwich on absolutely the fluffiest focaccia I have ever had.
Man, everything was great. Highlights were the celtuce salad, Taiwanese popcorn chicken, and the 886 Noodles. Gotta come back with a group for the BDSM Chicken.
21 has become our favorite restaurant in the neighborhood. Perfect balance of comfortable and cool. Love the burger, love the gumbo, love the Homer’s Day Off cocktail.
Best croissants in New York City. Beats Bakeri by a hair, which are also stupendous.
I regret to inform you that it is indeed worth the wait. However, the “one bottle per table” limit isn’t enforced, so don’t stress about that if you have red and white drinkers in the same group.
Wow. Incredible. Everything was delicious but in particular loved the chicken shawarma hummus masahaba and the muhammara.
Maybe not the absolute best bagel in the city, but definitely some of the best bagel sandwiches you’ll get.
They’ve got a hit. Such an incredibly cute space, great service, and of course, great food. The burger is great and the French toast at brunch was out of this world.
