Guidebook for Brooklyn
Food Scene
Frankel's is an amazing modern take on a Jewish deli. The prices may be a bit high and the line may be a bit long after 11am, but the food is delicious. Our favorites are the BLT and the Number One.
68 locals recommend
Frankel's Delicatessen & Appetizing
631 Manhattan AveFrankel's is an amazing modern take on a Jewish deli. The prices may be a bit high and the line may be a bit long after 11am, but the food is delicious. Our favorites are the BLT and the Number One.
One of the most sought after tables in NYC - truly incredible pasta. Reservations fill up months in advance, but you can swing by around 5pm to put your name down and get a table 1-2 hours later. In the mean time, feel free to explore the area or grab a drink nearby.
190 locals recommend
Lilia
567 Union AveOne of the most sought after tables in NYC - truly incredible pasta. Reservations fill up months in advance, but you can swing by around 5pm to put your name down and get a table 1-2 hours later. In the mean time, feel free to explore the area or grab a drink nearby.
Our go-to spot for brunch - excellent modern take on Israeli food. There's often a wait so we recommend making a reservation if possible, or taking a walk to explore the neighborhood while you wait.
85 locals recommend
Reunion
544 Union AveOur go-to spot for brunch - excellent modern take on Israeli food. There's often a wait so we recommend making a reservation if possible, or taking a walk to explore the neighborhood while you wait.
A very-Brooklyn coffee shop. This place has no frills, lots of wood, and damn good coffee. It's not somewhere I would want to spend hours reading a book, but it's our go to coffee spot.
43 locals recommend
Crema BK
182 Driggs AveA very-Brooklyn coffee shop. This place has no frills, lots of wood, and damn good coffee. It's not somewhere I would want to spend hours reading a book, but it's our go to coffee spot.
Drinks & Nightlife
For swanky cocktails with nice views, the roof of the William Vale is your spot. It's definitely expensive, but is worth it if you're looking to treat yourself with incredible city views.
145 locals recommend
The William Vale
111 N 12th StFor swanky cocktails with nice views, the roof of the William Vale is your spot. It's definitely expensive, but is worth it if you're looking to treat yourself with incredible city views.
Our favorite local dive bar. Drinks are affordable (for NYC), there's often live music, and the backyard is wonderful when it's nice out.
157 locals recommend
Pete's Candy Store
709 Lorimer StOur favorite local dive bar. Drinks are affordable (for NYC), there's often live music, and the backyard is wonderful when it's nice out.
Parks & Nature
A large, very active park. We love walking around and people watching, but it's also great for running, frisbee trowing, and lounging.
798 locals recommend
McCarren Park
776 Lorimer StA large, very active park. We love walking around and people watching, but it's also great for running, frisbee trowing, and lounging.
Brand new park on the water in Williamsburg. Great views of the city, delicious tacos, and plenty of grass for lounging.
432 locals recommend
Domino Park
15 Kent AveBrand new park on the water in Williamsburg. Great views of the city, delicious tacos, and plenty of grass for lounging.
Sightseeing
One of the newest parks in NYC, and one of the most interesting. It's built on top of an old railway on the west side of Manhattan, and spans over 1.5 miles. You'll see great views of the city, many awesome vendors, and lots of excited people walking around.
2323 locals recommend
The High Line Park
One of the newest parks in NYC, and one of the most interesting. It's built on top of an old railway on the west side of Manhattan, and spans over 1.5 miles. You'll see great views of the city, many awesome vendors, and lots of excited people walking around.
Shopping
A huge, sprawling complex with vendors and sellers of all kinds. There's something for everyone, and tons of delicious food vendors.
1123 locals recommend
Chelsea Market
75 9th AveA huge, sprawling complex with vendors and sellers of all kinds. There's something for everyone, and tons of delicious food vendors.