Brooklyn, NY

restaurants

Jack the Horse Tavern

Great cozy neighborhood spot in Brooklyn Heights with delicious food and drinks. Grab a stool at the bar with a friend, sit down for brunch or dinner, or try the Oyster Bar next door for small bites and drinks.

Brooklyn, NY

outdoors

Brooklyn Heights Promenade

Beautiful pedestrian walkway with sweeping views over the East River of Manhattan, Statue of Liberty, and the Brooklyn Bridge. Wonderful morning, noon and night for a jog, stroll, coffee, lunch, rest (there are benches) or just to enjoy the view. A must see in Brooklyn Heights!

New York, NY

restaurants

Thai Villa

The best Thai food in all of NYC (and I’ve eaten a lot of Thai food in this city)! I’ve mainly ordered out from here, but the restaurant looks lovely and would be nice to eat there. Favorites are Eggplant Basil and Pad Se-Ew.

Brooklyn, NY

restaurants

Dos Toros Taqueria

Dos Toros has the BEST burritos, tacos and quesadillas to go (think Chipotle but way better). Fresh local ingredients, friendly staff and locations all over Manhattan and Brooklyn - and Chicago too! Founded, owned and run by a few young guys who are friends from the Bay Area - bringing some of that Cali burrito goodness to NYC!

New York, NY

cafe

The City Bakery

One of my favorite cafes in NYC, with a couple convenient locations (also look for Birdbath Cafe - same owners!). The chocolate chip cookie and pretzel croissants are my personal favorites, and they’re famous for their hot chocolate too. Can’t go wrong with anything you try!

Brooklyn, NY

restaurants

Colonie

One of my neighborhood favorites and a great place for date night, dinner with friends, or to bring people visiting from out of town. If it’s a small group, request the tables in the front window. Everything on the menu is delicious - ask server for seasonal favorites!

Brooklyn, NY

restaurants

Noodle Pudding

Hole in the wall Italian restaurant with amazing homemade pastas in generous portions - so go hungry! There’s no sign outside, making it a true locals’ spot. Affordable, delicious, and laid back atmosphere. FYI cash only and no reservations.

Brooklyn, NY

cafe

OddFellows Ice Cream Co. DUMBO

Fun, funky ice cream shop in Dumbo. They serve flights of ice cream so you can have a few small dishes of different flavors (why does no one else do this?!), and if you’re not in the mood for ice cream they have adult beverages and snacks. Perfect place for a birthday party or baby shower! My fave is sprinkles ice cream in chocolate waffle cone

Brooklyn, NY

destination

Dumbo House

Part of Soho House members club, located on DUMBO waterfront with unbelievable views of the Brooklyn Bridge, Manhattan Bridge and the whole city. Restaurant and bar on site, very large terrace, as well as pool on the roof - only open to members and their guests.

New York, NY

cafe

Maman

Delicious breakfast, lunch, coffee and pastries - to stay or to go. Several locations in NYC and BK (Tribeca, Soho, Meatpacking, Greenpoint). The waffle iron hash browns, quiche, and any and every pastry are personal favorites! Everything is beautifully presented - lots of photo worthy moments - in mismatched yet classic blue and white plates and cups, which match the signature paper to-go cups.

Brooklyn, NY

restaurants

Henry Public

Old timey bar and restaurant with great food and friendly service. My favorite place to post up on a Sunday with a book, have a bite and a beer, and relax. Sometimes there’s a live folk band on the weekends too - added bonus!

Brooklyn, NY

restaurants

Brooklyn Heights Wine Bar & Kitchen

Awesome neighborhood wine bar in Brooklyn Heights. A favorite for Friday night low key dinner with impressive wine list from around the world, and small and large plates - the burger with gruyere is a favorite. Grab a seat by one of the big windows in the front and enjoy!

New York, NY

restaurants • shopping

Restoration Hardware

Check out the restaurant / cafe on the top floor - beautiful greenhouse setting with outdoor terrace when the weather is nice. Food is delicious and the decor is (obviously) on point!

Brooklyn, NY

restaurants

Ample Hills Creamery

Round out your day of drinks and snacks outside with an ice cream at Ample Hill, a famous local creamery. The Gowanus location has a roof with seating

New York, NY

restaurants

Charlie Bird

Sidewalk seating in SoHo and delicious Italian food. Also try sister restaurant Pasquale Jones for wood fired pizza

Brooklyn, NY

outdoors • restaurants

Frankies 457 Spuntino

Frankie’s is famous NYC Italian, and this Cobble Hill location has nice outdoor seating too. Must try the cavatelli with homemade sausage

Brooklyn, NY

restaurants

Hibino

Best sushi in Brooklyn Heights

Brooklyn, NY

bar • outdoors

Lavender Lake Bar

Low key bar and restaurant in Gowanus with great outdoor space on the back patio

Brooklyn, NY

restaurants

Vinegar Hill House

Small neighborhood spot tucked away in Vinegar Hill (next to Dumbo). Cozy inside in winter or sit in the backyard when it’s warm out. Food is excellent

Brooklyn, NY

outdoors • restaurants

Roberta's

Famous Roberta’s pizza is a must do NYC pizza experience. There can be a wait, but in the summer there is outdoor space which helps with seating

Brooklyn, NY

bar • outdoors

Parklife

Casual Gowanus BK bar with huge outdoor space perfect for afternoon drinks. Also has a small menu of Mexican bites like tacos and nachos

New York, NY

restaurants

Malatesta Trattoria

Authentic, homemade Italian pastas and dishes in West Village. No reservations (be prepared to wait) and cash only. Grab a drink nearby while you wait for your table

Brooklyn, NY

outdoors • restaurants

GRAN ELÉCTRICA

Brought to you by the people who own Colonie in Cobble Hill, this DUMBO Mexican spot is great. They also have a nice outdoor patio when the whether is nice

Brooklyn, NY

restaurants

La Vara

Michelin star winning Spanish tapas in a casual Cobble Hill setting. We ordered everything the server recommended and everything was excellent. It’s small so make a reservation, but with a little advanced planning you should be able to get in.

Brooklyn, NY

restaurants

Emily

Favorite pizza place in BK / NYC!