Delicious Hong Kong style bubble teas, we like the Banana Latte. But DON’T miss the Tong Sui – especially the Taro, Sweet Potato & Sago.
Delicious Italian food and friendly service (ask for Lisa for your waitress). Then try the stuffed pizza, the bow tie pasta or the eggplant rollantine.
Keep an ear to the ground for the return of the Donut Burger! Otherwise, enjoy a fresh Beef Burger with Pepper Jack, Caramelized Onions & Applewood Bacon.
Make reservations or go early. This is Middle Eastern food mecca. Definitely start with the hummus and tabbouleh followed by a delicious half chicken. Order lots of appetizers.
Cute coffee shop serving delicious breakfast – try the homemade croissants and scones – and yummy lunch fare – get the Brie Avocado Tomatoes & Salmon.
Ooey Gooey Goodness abounds at this upscale doughnut shop. Try a nutella filled, a dulce de leche or a hibiscus, paired with a hot cup of stumptown coffee.
Amazing brick oven bread – definitely try the chocolate or prosciutto. The sugary cookies with the raspberry filling are divine.
Delicious family-style Italian food from a restaurant that’s been around for over 50 years. Go basic with the Spaghetti and Meatballs and Chicken Parmigiana.
Super friendly and knowledgeable staff will help you pick out the perfect pair of running shoes – and give you lots of options and advice.
Fancy dinner worth the $100 for 10 courses of heaven. Make reservations at 718.243.0050 or kitchen@brooklynfare.com
Spacious, loud, and packed with patrons, servers and steaming carts of food, everything you want in a dim sum restaurant. And the food is MUCH better than what you find in Chinatown.
Buy 5 get 1 free – and students get 50¢ off their order. We’d like the Coconut or Taro Bubble Tea. However, we wish there was a place to sit and enjoy our tea.
Choose one of the extravagant banquets filled with home-cooked food and VODKA and stay for the entertainment. Make sure you bring a full wallet!
Excellent and authentic Ukranian perogies. Try the borsch, the Vareniki Moscow and the Chicken Stroganoff. Don’t forget to order a glass of Compote.
Cupcake heaven! Try the S’mores and the Cookie Dough cupcakes. The café has plenty of room for you to sit and enjoy your sweets.
Consistently and overwhelmingly delicious pizza – nothing fancy, just good. Grab a slice or take home a large pie with pepperoni.
Inventive and addictive sushi – try the Spicy McBomb, The Pork Betty and the Hotate Punch. Finally serving Beer and Sake too!
Incredible fried chicken and cheddar waffles. Great Sunday brunch and huge juicy burgers.
Grab a seat at the bar or in the small outside space. Then order up a WeissWurst, Landjager, Pork Schnitzel and The Prime Meats Burger with Bacon.
This place feels like your college coffeshop. Great indoor and outdoor spaces. Try the iced coffee and the vegan sandwich.
This is the place to get unique old-school NYC drinks. The bowtied bartenders can make you anything you want…or didn’t know you wanted. Also try the duck fat crisps.
A staple of Cobble Hill. Come for the Steak Frites (with peppercorn sauce), a Late Night Giant Burger or simply sip a glass of wine and listen to the nightly jazz music.
Truly, one of the best, and still scariest roller coasters EVER! Sit in the back for the wildest whiplash! Discounts for staying on for a second, or third ride.
Make sure you get on one of the red or blue swinging cars for the full experience. The yellow cars are for the less adventurous.
Enjoy the huge patio and happy hour with your dog during the week. On the weekends, beware of the bouncer and the crowds.
Definitely indulge yourself with an awesome Cheese Steak with Cheddar – it’s as good as what you get in Philly. Fast and friendly delivery. Cash only.
Awesome out of the way Brunch (and Dinner) spot. Try The Farmer’s Breakfast or the French Toast. The waitstaff here is awesome!
Walk through the flowershop and make your way to the bar where they host special “tasting” events, as well as music, comedy and offbeat performances.
It’s true, the cheesecake is famously good…especially when you can take it to go! The food is all-american diner, with a very old-school menu. Huge portions.
You must try the smoked meat sandwich, the poutine and the sour pickles. They are closed daily from 4.30-5.30. Not much in the way of seating, so be prepared to wait.
We love coming here for drinks at the bar, as well as a game of pool. Once day we’ll have to try the food, we heard brunch is great, as are the burgers.
World famous gym for the boxing or cardio fanatic. Trainers offer intense workouts in an old-school gym setting – there’s nothing fancy here.
Fantastic old-school urban Italian restaurant, just like your Aunt makes. Definitely try the namesake’s Calamari, the Eggplant Parmesan and the Shrimp Oreganatta.
Great and crowded place for delicious Dim Sum (don’t miss the pork buns) and early dinner (try the Pan Fried Flounder and the Hot & Sour soup).
Cozy bar and lounge that plays great West Indian and R&B music. The dance floor in the basement gets crowded on the weekends.
Ignore the bartender’s rough appearance; he’s really nice and serves cheap drinks. Sit at the bar (with your well behaved pooch) and chat with the regulars.
Hundreds of vendors selling vintage clothing, antiques, new jewelry and arts & crafts. Definitely go for the expanding selection of food!
One of our favorite places to see the latest in theater, ballet, movies and music. Visit the BAMcafe for dinner or happy hour drinks.
Check out the upstairs bar and rooftop patio! Downstairs hosts an excellent nightly roster of indie rock bands.
Huge bar up front, huge performance space in back, nice outdoor patio. Great drinks, food festivals, shows and more.
Don't be caught ordering a slice. The sicilian squares are the way to go and leave room for spumoni. It's better than ice cream. Enjoy at one of the many outdoor tables.
Come with a group and eat family style, and its BYOB! The menu is simple and you should try as much as you can! It definitely won’t break the piggy bank either.
Monday feature $5 mac & cheese and Tuesdays have 25 cent wings all night long. Cure your hangover with $15 brunch on Saturday and Sunday. Awesome happy hour!
Come here to get your Football (the European kind) fix. Awesome beer hall atmosphere inside and out. They also serve food! Cash only.
A little slice of heaven, with over 50 types of beer, happy hour specials, grilled PB&Js, Red Hook Beef Jerky, and the coolest bartenders Paul & Dee.
Expertly mixed and original drinks that are worth the wait…there are no quick drinks here…it’s a place to relax and savor. Go for the Chili Lime, a Dark N’ Stormy or any of the daily specials.
Ask for Daria, she was patient and funny and made our trail ride magical. Get there early.
A hidden gem in Kensington specializing in Balkan fare. Try the Burek, the Stuffed Cabbage and the Traditional Kebab. Finish it off with a Turkish coffee.
The Chicken Roti and a Double is the way to go, it’s enough for two people. Beware of the hot sauce; it’s for professionals only!
Overlook the often-dusty items for sale here – they seem to have EVERYTHING – and go straight for an Italian Combo hero with lots of oil & vinegar.
New York’s premier ballet school - enroll your child in a world famous class – the first one is free if you’re a new student.
Relaxing and dimly lit lounge with live music, delicious food (try the Sautéed Shrimp) and the best martinis made with amazing infused vodka.
Mix it up with a diverse Russian clientele that LOVE their Karaoke – they like to take their time and they’re REALLY good. Stick to your basic cocktails – fancy is not their forte.
Delicious kosher steakhouse with a huge menu. Try the Citrus Salad, the House Cut Steak with Fried Seasoned Fresh Onions. Closed Friday Night and Saturdays.
Dominick is a true pizza master and takes his time to get it right. Be patient and don't be picky. You will be back. Cash only
Great and inexpensive Vietnamese food served by twin waitresses. Try the #1 Pho with an order of Spring Rolls or Calamari.
Old-school pastry shop serving an incredibly rich and dense Italian cheesecake. The pastries are equally divine – which is why there’s a line out the door.
Awesomely kitschy diner with huge portions of your typical diner food. Try the Monte Cristo, the Turkey Soup or ANYTHING from the breakfast menu.
Small and bustling old-school diner with amazing Buffalo Wings. Try the Pulled Pork or the Skirt Steak sandwich.
Grab a comfy chair by the fire and have a pint and an order of sliders. Or enjoy a game of bocce. Or venture downstairs for a live show or a spelling bee.
The sweet ladies that run this teeny tiny space are serving up some of the best Jerk Chicken and the Curry Goat around. Don’t rush here as you’re now on Island time.
Warm and welcoming French/Caribbean restaurant with loads of personality. Relax and enjoy the Escargots, Ratatouille Exotique and a fantastique dessert. BYOB!
Grab some of the best vegetarian roti that Brooklyn has to offer (with sweet potato, okra, channa and greens) and take it to the park.
One man, one counter, one dollar, and a whole lot of flavor. Get here early to enjoy these delicious tamales, El Senor’s food usually sells out by 1pm.
Take a trip on the Water Taxi to shop for furniture, grab an inexpensive meal (try the Swedish meatballs) or enjoy wandering the redeveloped piers.
Great old-school place to cater an event – the food is really spectacular, especially the home-made lasagne, manicotti or ravioli. Be sure to dress to the nines.
Come to this Russian Banya and get a traditional venik massage, then enjoy the various steam rooms and saunas, while imbibing on ice-cold vodka.
This fast food restaurant harkens back to the 1970’s but it might be serving the best Roast Beef in NYC. Get the juicy Roll-n-Roaster Beef slathered with Onions and Cheddar Cheese!
A landmark restaurant serving fresh seafood! Get the Lobster Bisque & Spicy Crab, then the Combo with Hot Sauce or the Cold Seafood Platter and a side of biscuits.
You’ll recognize this place from “The Departed” but you’ll stay for the inexpensive and expertly poured Guinness and the very Irish patrons.
Enjoy awesome views of Manhattan while you devour tacos Al Pastor, or Lengua or Cabeza. Be daring with your choices and you’ll be rewarded.
Awesome brunch, but be prepared to WAIT. Try the Egg Rothkos or the Biscuits & Gravy. Less of a wait for dinner, when you should try the Fried Oyster Sandwich or the Carolina Kale.
Classic arcade games, extensive beer selection and a fun atmosphere for you, your friends and your dog.
Check out their Trivia Night…it’s so much fun. We also love the $4 cans of Porkslap and either their Burger or Bodega Fish Tacos.
Delicious and fresh to-go foods (although there is a large communal table). Try the Roasted Chicken and Strawberry Salad and the Thai Style Tuna Salad Sandwich.
