1. Samurai Mama
8.9
205 Grand St (btwn Bedford & Driggs Ave), Brooklyn, NY
Japanese Restaurant · Williamsburg · 247 tips and reviews
Matt Raoul: Their gyoza is served in a sizzling skillet and you should wash it down with whatever sake the chef recommends that day.
Elysia Mann: Skillet gyoza is worth it
Noah Weiss: Delicious Japanese at decade old prices. Sushi taco sampler, gyoza in a cast iron skillet, and pork belly using with a poached egg.
2. Olea
9.3
171 Lafayette Ave (at Adelphi St), Brooklyn, NY
Tapas Restaurant · Fort Greene · 236 tips and reviews
Carolyn: The lamb skillet was fantastic
KristiaMarie Pastor Balatbat: Poutine for breakfast was bomb! Everyone else had braised lamb shoulder skillet which was also very delicious and very meaty!
Bob Wassermann: Amazing sandwiches, they are served with patatas bravas, which sets the sandwich apart from other sandwich places. Get a seat outside on a sunny day to enjoy the neighborhood
3. Shelter
7.8
80 N 7th St (at Wythe Ave), Brooklyn, NY
Bar · Williamsburg · 99 tips and reviews
Julian Modesto: Get the skillet mac and cheese with arugula on top. I promise you'll be scraping the burnt edges for more.
Johanna Fuentes: Cozy atmosphere, delicious empanadas, brunch was excellent. Can't go wrong with any of the skillet eggs (very cheesy/creamy though not described that way). The short rib benedict was to die for!
Sarah Thompson: Empanadas are to die for. Cozy and homey feel is only made better by the awesome 90s indie rock playlist.
4. Cafe Colette
8.5
79 Berry St (at N 9th St), Brooklyn, NY
New American Restaurant · Williamsburg · 188 tips and reviews
Derrick Bradley: Their crumble is a solid choice for desert. Enough for two and comes in a cast iron skillet, so it comes (and stays) hot.
Ariel Viera: Brunch is the best. Try a cocktail, eat French Toast off a skillet, enjoy life.
RJ Dugan: Check the specials. If the shrimp with pimenton is on the menu, call me immediately—and save me a seat. The Roasted Daurade dish will change a bad day to good. Great cocktails. Great espresso bar.
5. Mimi's Hummus
7.9
1209 Cortelyou Rd (Argyle St), Brooklyn, NY
Middle Eastern Restaurant · 55 tips and reviews
Jen Snow: The "eggplant caviar" is particularly special. Hummus is wonderful, almost whipped. Shakshuka, skillet of ground lamb & tahini...all great. Space is cozy/ well-designed/small, but perfect takeout too. Read more.
Jackie Mucilli: Super good hummus. Hidden gem in ditmas park
Serious Eats: Far and away the best hummus in NYC; try it with ground beef on top (trust us). And don't miss their excellent vegetable side dishes, either.
7. Brooklyn Fare
8.6
200 Schermerhorn St (at Hoyt St), Brooklyn, NY
Grocery Store · Boerum Hill · 81 tips and reviews
Judy Luo: BEST $9 ready-for-pickup rotisserie chicken I've ever tasted. wide variety of products and reasonable prices for high quality food.
The New York Times: Turn off your device and let the evening wash over you like a dream. Don’t return to the grid until afterward. Pinky swear on that. Read more.
KP: Everyone should shop here. Excellent food, good product selection, and great prices.
8. Terrace Bagels
8.3
222 Prospect Park W, Brooklyn, NY
Bagel Shop · South Slope · 73 tips and reviews
a: These are the best bagels I’ve had in Brooklyn, I’ve been going here for about ten years and despite some shop modernization, thankfully it remains the same. Get them by the dozen.
Yoni Knoll: Order on the left. Wait on the right.
Chris Ricca: Treat yourself to Brooklyn's best bagel. Seriously.
10. The Kettle Black
7.9
8622 3rd Ave (at 87th St.), Brooklyn, NY
Bar · Bay Ridge · 43 tips and reviews
Jenn Mora: Awesome bar food. Delicious ! Might wait a while to be seated during a gane tho.
The Corcoran Group: 2-4-1 Burgers on Tuesdays, Brooklyn’s Best 50-cent wings on Wednesdays and $1.25 Sliders on Thursdays.
Pete Knese: Awesome place most days of the week, but on Friday and Saturday nights it turns into a Jersey Shore bump-n-grind fest. Be afraid... Be very afraid.
12. Fonda
8.6
434 7th Ave (at 15th St), Brooklyn, NY
Mexican Restaurant · South Slope · 133 tips and reviews
Angie: Queso fundido app is to die for as are the enchiladas suizas which were not too spicy and super creamy. Can't wait to come back for brunch!
Vanessa V.: Do yourself a favor and go to Fonda for brunch. Holy guacamole. Try the rancheros divorciados and ask them to scramble your eggs. And don't forget to ask for extra tortillas for your beans and guac!
Ingrid Stenquist: Get the braised brisket, carne Asada or pork adobo. Everything is amazing. Drinks strooooong! Tres leche divine.
Marie Steinthaler: Delicious skillet.
Allison: Get the mushroom Mac and cheese. Best collards I've ever tasted.
Juliette Richey: Real Texas style BBQ in Brooklyn! Try the pulled pork, brisket, and the pork ribs. You will not be disappointed. Awesome location, such a friendly staff! New fav BBQ spot.
15. Franklin Park
8.6
618 Saint Johns Pl (btwn Classon & Franklin Ave), Brooklyn, NY
Bar · Crown Heights · 171 tips and reviews
Ian Francis: Quite frankly, it's my new favorite spot. Enjoy a eclectic mix of people, drink a great selection of beer and if you want, check out Dutch Boy Burger next door for their lamb burgers. Delicious!
BrooklynMuseum: Staff Pick! Jillian (Editorial): This place has all the elements that make a bar great: large patio, well-sized dance floor, and weekly trivia.
BrooklynMuseum: Staff Pick! Will (Membership): This beer garden is perfect year-round. Franklin Park's staff are very friendly and knowledgeable about the rotating selection of mostly-local brews.