Guidebook for Brooklyn
Food Scene
Neighborhood gastropub from the former chef of Spotted Pig. Expect a top notch burger, rotating daily specials, and a great list of drafts and cocktails.
101 habitants recommandent
Allswell
124 Bedford AveNeighborhood gastropub from the former chef of Spotted Pig. Expect a top notch burger, rotating daily specials, and a great list of drafts and cocktails.
Joe's Pizza
7 Carmine StWhen you're hungry late night, this is your spot.
Fresh ingredients and imaginative combinations are the draw at this new juice bar specializing in raw and organic juices and superfood smoothies.
178 habitants recommandent
Juice Press
70 E 1st StFresh ingredients and imaginative combinations are the draw at this new juice bar specializing in raw and organic juices and superfood smoothies.
Egg
109 N 3rd StKiller brunch game but be sure to allow time for the LONG wait.
Great steaks with an even bigger serving of attitude. Porterhouse for 2 or 4, creamed spinach, and german potatoes is what you need - don't ask for a menu.
503 habitants recommandent
Peter Luger Steak House
178 BroadwayGreat steaks with an even bigger serving of attitude. Porterhouse for 2 or 4, creamed spinach, and german potatoes is what you need - don't ask for a menu.
Situated inside what used to be an old auto body shop, this gutted garage is a temple of BBQ and raging every night of the week.
441 habitants recommandent
Fette Sau
354 Metropolitan AveSituated inside what used to be an old auto body shop, this gutted garage is a temple of BBQ and raging every night of the week.
A pioneering Brooklyn restaurant that's relatively small in size but big on personality. Farm-to-table menu is on point every night.
419 habitants recommandent
Marlow & Sons
81 BroadwayA pioneering Brooklyn restaurant that's relatively small in size but big on personality. Farm-to-table menu is on point every night.
Shalom Japan is what happens when two chefs from different backgrounds (Japanese & Jewish) fall in love and start making food instead of babies.
72 habitants recommandent
Shalom Japan
310 S 4th StShalom Japan is what happens when two chefs from different backgrounds (Japanese & Jewish) fall in love and start making food instead of babies.
Saltie is a tiny sandwich shop that churns out unique, delicious made-to-order creations that combine unusual ingredients. Go for a grab-and-go lunch as space is really tight.
67 habitants recommandent
Saltie
378 Metropolitan AvenueSaltie is a tiny sandwich shop that churns out unique, delicious made-to-order creations that combine unusual ingredients. Go for a grab-and-go lunch as space is really tight.
In a neighborhood with no shortage of good coffee, this SF transplant takes the cake for best cup.
467 habitants recommandent
Blue Bottle Coffee
76 N 4th StIn a neighborhood with no shortage of good coffee, this SF transplant takes the cake for best cup.
Best fried chicken in a 'hood with a number of strong competitors. Don't sleep on the biscuits.
357 habitants recommandent
Pies 'n' Thighs
166 S 4th StBest fried chicken in a 'hood with a number of strong competitors. Don't sleep on the biscuits.
Come at 5pm, wait in line to put your name down, come back at time assigned, eat the best steak for your buck in all of New York.
269 habitants recommandent
St. Anselm
355 Metropolitan AveCome at 5pm, wait in line to put your name down, come back at time assigned, eat the best steak for your buck in all of New York.
This spot has become something of an institution in Williamsburg since opening in late 2013. Baby’s books great acts spanning from indie rockers, to singer-songwriters, to electro.
289 habitants recommandent
This n' That
108 N 6th StThis spot has become something of an institution in Williamsburg since opening in late 2013. Baby’s books great acts spanning from indie rockers, to singer-songwriters, to electro.
Drinks & Nightlife
By day a low-key coffee place/cafe/bike shop, by night a packed bar with great music. Come here for drinks after dinner at Reynard or to pre-game dancing at Verboten, Output or Kinfolk 94.
96 habitants recommandent
Kinfolk 90
90 Wythe AveBy day a low-key coffee place/cafe/bike shop, by night a packed bar with great music. Come here for drinks after dinner at Reynard or to pre-game dancing at Verboten, Output or Kinfolk 94.
This 1920s throwback serves up absinthe cocktails and fresh oysters (don’t miss oyster happy hour) to an old-time jazz sound track.
522 habitants recommandent
Maison Premiere
298 Bedford AveThis 1920s throwback serves up absinthe cocktails and fresh oysters (don’t miss oyster happy hour) to an old-time jazz sound track.
The views are just the beginning at this hip Williamsburg rooftop bar serving a just-so selection of artisanal cocktails. BEST VIEW IN THE CITY.
152 habitants recommandent
The Ides Bar
80 Wythe AveThe views are just the beginning at this hip Williamsburg rooftop bar serving a just-so selection of artisanal cocktails. BEST VIEW IN THE CITY.
Solid dive bar with KILLER bar food. Fried chicken and nachos are a match made in food-coma heaven.
229 habitants recommandent
The Commodore
366 Metropolitan AveSolid dive bar with KILLER bar food. Fried chicken and nachos are a match made in food-coma heaven.
It’s a total dive complete with both a pool table and Buck Hunter, and they serve their drinks in huge styrofoam cups that are known for being easy to take on-the-go, perhaps into McCarren Park.
27 habitants recommandent
Turkey's Nest
94 Bedford AveIt’s a total dive complete with both a pool table and Buck Hunter, and they serve their drinks in huge styrofoam cups that are known for being easy to take on-the-go, perhaps into McCarren Park.
If you want to get down, this is where the place to do it. That said, there’s also plenty of space in the covered outdoor patio if you'd rather sip your drink and chat.
521 habitants recommandent
Union Pool
484 Union AveIf you want to get down, this is where the place to do it. That said, there’s also plenty of space in the covered outdoor patio if you'd rather sip your drink and chat.
Everything about this place – from the excellent (albeit expensive) drinks to the speakeasy-ish atmosphere – is impressive. This is where the magic happens.
369 habitants recommandent
Hotel Delmano
82 Berry StEverything about this place – from the excellent (albeit expensive) drinks to the speakeasy-ish atmosphere – is impressive. This is where the magic happens.
Rocka Rolla has all the fun parts of a dive bar (classic rock, decor that makes you feel like you could be in Middle of Nowhere, USA) without the bad parts (bathroom smells and general filth).
70 habitants recommandent
Rocka Rolla
486 Metropolitan AveRocka Rolla has all the fun parts of a dive bar (classic rock, decor that makes you feel like you could be in Middle of Nowhere, USA) without the bad parts (bathroom smells and general filth).
Crown Vic has two big patios for summertime hangs, and the indoor area is plenty large enough to handle crowds without things ever getting annoying here during prime time.
51 habitants recommandent
Crown Victoria Bar
60 South 2nd StreetCrown Vic has two big patios for summertime hangs, and the indoor area is plenty large enough to handle crowds without things ever getting annoying here during prime time.
This isn’t the place you come for partytime, but it’s a great, low-key move to start or end your night.
94 habitants recommandent
Dram
This isn’t the place you come for partytime, but it’s a great, low-key move to start or end your night.
Music Hall of Williamsburg
66 N 6th StHit MHOW for some of indie rock's biggest acts.
With a monthly beer special ($2 at all hours), better-than-average pub grub, and a good-natured crowd this is your ideal neighborhood local spot.
6 habitants recommandent
Mugs Alehouse
125 Bedford AveWith a monthly beer special ($2 at all hours), better-than-average pub grub, and a good-natured crowd this is your ideal neighborhood local spot.
Everything Else
Best dance club in Brooklyn and probably all of New York. Usually a solid lineup of DJs from around the world.
101 habitants recommandent
Verboten
54 North 11th StreetBest dance club in Brooklyn and probably all of New York. Usually a solid lineup of DJs from around the world.
In addition to a great sound system, plenty of legroom, and a selection of independent films on show, this cinema serves drinks and dinner in every theater.
941 habitants recommandent
Nitehawk Cinema
136 Metropolitan AveIn addition to a great sound system, plenty of legroom, and a selection of independent films on show, this cinema serves drinks and dinner in every theater.
Expect a great playlist, local food (Country Boys tacos, Italian plates from James Durazzo), and a relaxed vibe at this weekly afternoon open-air party hosted by DJs Justin Carter and Eamon Harkin.
215 habitants recommandent
Nowadays
56-06 Cooper AveExpect a great playlist, local food (Country Boys tacos, Italian plates from James Durazzo), and a relaxed vibe at this weekly afternoon open-air party hosted by DJs Justin Carter and Eamon Harkin.
Y7 Studio fuses beat-driven music with candlelit hot yoga to deliver a very unique sweaty experience. I can't get enough of this place.
12 habitants recommandent
Y7 Studio Brooklyn
240 Kent AveY7 Studio fuses beat-driven music with candlelit hot yoga to deliver a very unique sweaty experience. I can't get enough of this place.
Island-themed spot is a fun and laid-back day-drinking spot, though the rotating frozen drinks will certainly do you right at night, too. The Carribean-ish eats are also solid and don't miss brunch!
55 habitants recommandent
Battery Harris
64 Frost StreetIsland-themed spot is a fun and laid-back day-drinking spot, though the rotating frozen drinks will certainly do you right at night, too. The Carribean-ish eats are also solid and don't miss brunch!
Williamsburg's craft-beer facility offers reservation-only small-batch brewery tours (Monday–Thursday) and free general tours on Saturday and Sunday. Samples available in the tasting room as well.
456 habitants recommandent
Brooklyn Brewery
79 N 11th StWilliamsburg's craft-beer facility offers reservation-only small-batch brewery tours (Monday–Thursday) and free general tours on Saturday and Sunday. Samples available in the tasting room as well.
Shopping
Founded and run by two brothers, this store and factory (which is open for tours) inside a former Williamsburg spice warehouse offers a wide array of chocolates handmade with cocoa.
98 habitants recommandent
MAST
111 N 3rd StFounded and run by two brothers, this store and factory (which is open for tours) inside a former Williamsburg spice warehouse offers a wide array of chocolates handmade with cocoa.
Cheeses from around the world are here for the tasting and taking, along with hard-to-find delicacies.
132 habitants recommandent
Bedford Cheese Shop
265 Bedford AveCheeses from around the world are here for the tasting and taking, along with hard-to-find delicacies.
Well-priced modern furniture and unique objets draw house-proud New Yorkers from well beyond Brooklyn. Worldwide shipping is a plus.
A&G Merch
111 N 6th StWell-priced modern furniture and unique objets draw house-proud New Yorkers from well beyond Brooklyn. Worldwide shipping is a plus.
Inside this tiny jewelry store in Williamsburg is a coveted collection of modern, minimalist pieces like pearl earrings by Elizabeth Knight and signet rings by Elisa Solomon.
142 habitants recommandent
Catbird
108 Bedford AveInside this tiny jewelry store in Williamsburg is a coveted collection of modern, minimalist pieces like pearl earrings by Elizabeth Knight and signet rings by Elisa Solomon.
A rotating selection of 12 ice creams—served in cups or hand-rolled cones—showcases his avant-garde repertoire with flavors like corn bread and chorizo-caramel, along with more familiar options.
67 habitants recommandent
OddFellows Ice Cream Co. The Parlor
A rotating selection of 12 ice creams—served in cups or hand-rolled cones—showcases his avant-garde repertoire with flavors like corn bread and chorizo-caramel, along with more familiar options.
Iconic London indie-music emporium Rough Trade has opened a Williamsburg outpost, destined to become a community staple thanks to its impeccable selection and snazzy series of in-store gigs.
130 habitants recommandent
Rough Trade NYC
1250 W 50th StIconic London indie-music emporium Rough Trade has opened a Williamsburg outpost, destined to become a community staple thanks to its impeccable selection and snazzy series of in-store gigs.