1. Amaranto
8.5
887 Hart St (Irving Ave.), Brooklyn, NY
Mexican Restaurant · Bushwick · 27 tips and reviews
PureWow: This sit-down joint (also in Bushwick) has more than just tacos on the menu, but we’re dreaming about the steak tacos with onions, mushrooms, watercress and chile de arbol sauce. Read more.
Jack Hofland: Tacos are great for a quick bite on the cheap. Yuca fries also worth it. Haven't tried the entrees but so far I'll definitely be heading back.
Liz Marshall: Despite the unassuming exterior, this place really is a neighborhood gem. The fish tacos are the best I've had in NYC.
2. Henry Public
8.8
329 Henry St (btwn Atlantic Ave & Pacific St), Brooklyn, NY
Gastropub · Cobble Hill · 192 tips and reviews
Josh Compton: Get the grilled cheese and sub the fries for the watercress side salad…it's somehow a light meal and simultaneously decadent
Karli Scott: Delicious hamburgers! It was a nice, calm place for lunch on a Sunday afternoon.
NYC: The Official Guide: Turkey-leg sandwich! Herb-inflected, dark meat. Frizzled onions. Peppery gravy soaks through thick toast, becoming squishier and squishier, until it's like holding turkey and stuffing in your hands. Read more.
3. Kings County Imperial
9.1
20 Skillman Ave (btwn Union Ave & Lorimer St), Brooklyn, NY
Chinese Restaurant · Williamsburg · 119 tips and reviews
Sue Lee: Go if you're looking for something that's not General Tso's. I recommend the crispy fried chicken, fried ho fun noodles, watercress salad, and dan dan noodles. Drinks are fantastic too.
Jewish National Fund: This place is super unique, a very cool date spot. Order the dumplings!
Emmett Dzieza: Fantastic creatively done Chinese. Great addition to the neighborhood. Also, ridiculous tiki drinks!
6. Casa Ora
8.1
148 Meserole St (Graham Avenue), Brooklyn, NY
Venezuelan Restaurant · East Williamsburg · 10 tips and reviews
Farhat Sikder: The tequenos, the arepas and the scallop was really good! Flavors were on point along with presentation.
Tony Xerri: Incredibly elevated and delicious. Start with a Senor Danger cocktail, then get a few apps. Corn donuts and arepas will do. Had the lobster paella (incredible) and the rum flan is big enough for two.
BrooklynBoyO: Venezuelan coffee to wrap up whatever you order. ☕️
8. Ogliastro Pizza Bar
8.3
784 Washington Ave (Sterling Pl), Brooklyn, NY
Pizzeria · Prospect Heights · 46 tips and reviews
Mallory 🍟: Finally, a worthy contender to Franny's! Get the olives for a starter — they're doused in Olive Oil. Try the Cappo for your pizza, and save room for dessert!
Eater: Peter Sclafini and Kristen Hallett, who own Bar Toto and Provini in Park Slope opened Ogliastro Pizza Bar last week. The upscale pizzeria features a large and lovely outdoor patio. Read more.
Rebecca Chadwick: Omg the burrata is so good!
9. 1 Rooftop
7.8
60 Furman St, Brooklyn, NY
Roof Deck · Brooklyn Heights · 20 tips and reviews
AmateurConcierge: Awesome views of manhattan. Pretzels, Guac are dangerous. Service (and directions to the rooftop itself) could still use some work
Inna G: Nice views and vibe
Dalton Spear: Rooftop access despite not being a hotel guest. Wonderful view, and a club right below the top deck
10. Union Market
7.9
404 7th Ave (btwn 12th St & 13th St), Brooklyn, NY
Gourmet Store · South Slope · 37 tips and reviews
The Corcoran Group: One of our favorite markets in Park Slope to pick up staples. It can be tough to navigate the crowds, but it's worth it for the inexpensive prices and great selection of fresh fish.
Turner Roach: With succinct shopping list in hand, hustle through the narrow crowded store stopping for: the olive bar, the cheese case, the myriad of salsas & chips, and the hundreds of varieties of honey and jell
David Hitchings: Coffee bean selection is decent; Check the roasted date, the newer beans will be at the back.
11. Colonia Verde
9.0
219 Dekalb Ave, Brooklyn, NY
Latin American Restaurant · Fort Greene · 87 tips and reviews
Village Voice: Try the Chef's Steak -it hits the table with an expertly charred crust, the interior marbled & juicy. Served with a smoky salsa verde and caramelized onion-spiked mashed sweet potatoes. Read more.
Nate Folkert: chef's steak with salsa and mashed sweet potatoes and avocados - low carb, high protein - $32
Nate Folkert: pig roast in the garden every sunday 3pm-6pm
13. Fornino
8.0
849 Manhattan Ave (btwn Noble & Milton St.), Brooklyn, NY
Pizzeria · Greenpoint · 39 tips and reviews
Kristina: Great pizza, great antipasti. Go for the artichokes with aioli.
Amanda C: A happy welcome to the neighborhood. No need to compare to Paulie Gee's - both pizza shops are great and have different (inviting) vibes. Highly recommend the Spinach pizza, it's truly delicious.
Jamie Wolfe: Fornino won my heart when we accidentally knocked our pizza on the floor and they immediately replaced it. 👌🙌👍 all around!
14. Brooklyn Fare
8.6
200 Schermerhorn St (at Hoyt St), Brooklyn, NY
Grocery Store · Boerum Hill · 81 tips and reviews
Mary Woods: I fell in love with the place it has everything and a lot of choices from meats veggies etc. Service is great. Will definitely be back to shop
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.
15. Brook Vin
8.6
381 7th Ave (btwn 11th & 12th St), Brooklyn, NY
Wine Bar · South Slope · 90 tips and reviews
Steve LeVine: The salad with cured salmon was very good. The mac and cheese was outstanding. The staff is great, especially for wine pairing recommendations.
Kristin Booker: This little gem in the heart of Park Slope is one of the best wine bars in any of the boroughs. Be sure to check out the specialty cocktail list, which changes seasonally. Read more.
Mazda: This wine bar is from the owners of the Big Nose Full Body wine shop, just across the street. (Owners who clearly cannot resist a pun.) -Village Voice