Guidebook for Brooklyn
Food Scene
Here are some recommendations for the best food and drink spots in the neighborhood.
River Deli
32 Joralemon StRight across the street--romantic, charming, good food.
Iris Cafe
125 Columbia PlIf you want a close breakfast.
Pok Pok NY
117 Columbia StreetInventive, well-known Thai joint from chef Andy Richter.
Swallow Cafe
49 Bogart StGood place for coffee, work on laptop.
Good place for coffee, work on laptop, and a stroll around this charming, older section of Brooklyn Heights.
214 locals recommend
Joe Coffee Company
514 Columbus AveGood place for coffee, work on laptop, and a stroll around this charming, older section of Brooklyn Heights.
Noodle Pudding
38 Henry St"This cozy, affordable ramen spot, awash in wood walls and live-edge slab tables, serves up a satisfying bowl of tonkotsu-based noodles. The curry-based Parco version is a solid choice for deviating a bit from the shoyu- or miso-centric selections that dominate the genre in New York. There’s a handful of spicy and seafood-oriented bowls, too, and many ramen options are drizzled with black garlic oil, which is a nice touch. Skip the bland ramen burger; the broiled miso eggplant and crisp gyoza are are better bets." https://ny.eater.com/maps/best-restaurants-bars-brooklyn-heights-nyc
8 locals recommend
Kogane
76 Henry St"This cozy, affordable ramen spot, awash in wood walls and live-edge slab tables, serves up a satisfying bowl of tonkotsu-based noodles. The curry-based Parco version is a solid choice for deviating a bit from the shoyu- or miso-centric selections that dominate the genre in New York. There’s a handful of spicy and seafood-oriented bowls, too, and many ramen options are drizzled with black garlic oil, which is a nice touch. Skip the bland ramen burger; the broiled miso eggplant and crisp gyoza are are better bets." https://ny.eater.com/maps/best-restaurants-bars-brooklyn-heights-nyc
"Pinto serves really strong Thai fare in a welcoming, subterranean space, fitting for a dinner out, but also well-suited to a spendier Seamless order. At the helm is owner and Thai native Teerawong Nanthavatsiri, who goes by Chef Yo. Yo staged at Per Se after a serendipitous drop-in from Thomas Keller and first honed his craft thanks to longtime childhood friend and Pinto head chef Tony Phutchaph, a culinary school grad and Jean-Georges vet himself. There’s an exceptional pad thai with smoky nubs of tofu (get the plump shrimp) and an exemplary pad see ew (dubbed PCU on Pinto’s menu), plus curry options and bigger-ticket items like crab fried rice baked into a whole, hollowed-out coconut or a whole red snapper served with a spicy herb and lime dressing." https://ny.eater.com/maps/best-restaurants-bars-brooklyn-heights-nyc
7 locals recommend
Pinto Restaurant
128 Montague St"Pinto serves really strong Thai fare in a welcoming, subterranean space, fitting for a dinner out, but also well-suited to a spendier Seamless order. At the helm is owner and Thai native Teerawong Nanthavatsiri, who goes by Chef Yo. Yo staged at Per Se after a serendipitous drop-in from Thomas Keller and first honed his craft thanks to longtime childhood friend and Pinto head chef Tony Phutchaph, a culinary school grad and Jean-Georges vet himself. There’s an exceptional pad thai with smoky nubs of tofu (get the plump shrimp) and an exemplary pad see ew (dubbed PCU on Pinto’s menu), plus curry options and bigger-ticket items like crab fried rice baked into a whole, hollowed-out coconut or a whole red snapper served with a spicy herb and lime dressing." https://ny.eater.com/maps/best-restaurants-bars-brooklyn-heights-nyc
"Delicious pies, sporting that signature, inimitable char that only a coal oven can provide, are the big draw at this easygoing spot. I’s one of the only places in town to get the blistered, blackened-crusted variety of pizza by the slice. Opt for the simple margarita slice — preferably slathered with as many soft, pungent cloves of roasted garlic as desired, a particularly nice gratis topping option when buying in slice form — for a great on-the-go snack in the neighborhood. The pizzeria even ships said roasted garlic and pizza nationwide IN a surprisingly faithful and delicious frozen version, sold in a range of supermarkets." https://ny.eater.com/maps/best-restaurants-bars-brooklyn-heights-nyc
60 locals recommend
Table 87 Gowanus
473 3rd Avenue"Delicious pies, sporting that signature, inimitable char that only a coal oven can provide, are the big draw at this easygoing spot. I’s one of the only places in town to get the blistered, blackened-crusted variety of pizza by the slice. Opt for the simple margarita slice — preferably slathered with as many soft, pungent cloves of roasted garlic as desired, a particularly nice gratis topping option when buying in slice form — for a great on-the-go snack in the neighborhood. The pizzeria even ships said roasted garlic and pizza nationwide IN a surprisingly faithful and delicious frozen version, sold in a range of supermarkets." https://ny.eater.com/maps/best-restaurants-bars-brooklyn-heights-nyc
"Well-executed New American that errs on the fancier side for the neighborhood defines this attractive, verdantly decorated Atlantic Avenue place. The Italian-inflected menu’s refreshed frequently, and always encompasses a handful of interesting pastas, such as cavatelli with saffron, lamb, breadcrumbs, and chili threads. Things skew more toward small plates, with a couple of larger dishes on offer like a bone-in pork chop or steak frites. It’s a popular, fairly snazzy brunch choice, too, where sophisticated egg dishes like leek and chevre scramble or duck hash with a poached egg are supplemented by meal-in-itself baked goods, such as a sticky date cake with crème fraiche gelato, plus add-ons like crostinis and oysters." https://ny.eater.com/maps/best-restaurants-bars-brooklyn-heights-nyc
101 locals recommend
Colonie
127 Atlantic Ave"Well-executed New American that errs on the fancier side for the neighborhood defines this attractive, verdantly decorated Atlantic Avenue place. The Italian-inflected menu’s refreshed frequently, and always encompasses a handful of interesting pastas, such as cavatelli with saffron, lamb, breadcrumbs, and chili threads. Things skew more toward small plates, with a couple of larger dishes on offer like a bone-in pork chop or steak frites. It’s a popular, fairly snazzy brunch choice, too, where sophisticated egg dishes like leek and chevre scramble or duck hash with a poached egg are supplemented by meal-in-itself baked goods, such as a sticky date cake with crème fraiche gelato, plus add-ons like crostinis and oysters." https://ny.eater.com/maps/best-restaurants-bars-brooklyn-heights-nyc
"The vaguely Mediterranean spot, bedecked in colorful tiled floors and Edison bulbs aplenty, is from Lebanese-Syrian chef Allen Dabaugh. In addition to dressed-up mezze plates — like foie gras fritters and labneh crostini — there are tweaks on familiar flavors, such as a kale tabouleh or squash served with baba ganoush, walnuts, and ras el hanout. A handful of pizzas, topped with duck confit or za’atar spicing, round out the menu." https://ny.eater.com/maps/best-restaurants-bars-brooklyn-heights-nyc
Boutros
185 Atlantic Ave"The vaguely Mediterranean spot, bedecked in colorful tiled floors and Edison bulbs aplenty, is from Lebanese-Syrian chef Allen Dabaugh. In addition to dressed-up mezze plates — like foie gras fritters and labneh crostini — there are tweaks on familiar flavors, such as a kale tabouleh or squash served with baba ganoush, walnuts, and ras el hanout. A handful of pizzas, topped with duck confit or za’atar spicing, round out the menu." https://ny.eater.com/maps/best-restaurants-bars-brooklyn-heights-nyc
"Head to this quaint French option for big bowls of mussels available five different ways, including a dijon mustard iteration and the chorizo- and paprika-flavored Basquaise version. Or, opt for other bistro stalwarts like crispy frogs legs, escargot with parsley butter, and French onion soup. Entrees include classics like steak tartare and seared duck breast." https://ny.eater.com/maps/best-restaurants-bars-brooklyn-heights-nyc
37 locals recommend
Chez Moi
135 Atlantic Ave"Head to this quaint French option for big bowls of mussels available five different ways, including a dijon mustard iteration and the chorizo- and paprika-flavored Basquaise version. Or, opt for other bistro stalwarts like crispy frogs legs, escargot with parsley butter, and French onion soup. Entrees include classics like steak tartare and seared duck breast." https://ny.eater.com/maps/best-restaurants-bars-brooklyn-heights-nyc
Great place in Brooklyn Bridge Park to grab good pizzas, salads, and drinks with a scenic view.
35 locals recommend
Fornino At Pier 6
Bridge Park DriveGreat place in Brooklyn Bridge Park to grab good pizzas, salads, and drinks with a scenic view.
Essentials
Trader Joe's
130 Court StAtlantic Fruit & Vegetable
291 Atlantic AveHere for fruits and vegetables.
Brooklyn Borough Hall Greenmarket
Montague StreetFarmer's Market here on Tues, Thurs, Sun.
Drinks & Nightlife
The Long Island Bar
110 Atlantic AveCool spot to get a cocktail, nice atmosphere
"An intimate cocktail den that’s been around for less than two years, The Binc takes its mixology seriously, with unexpected flavor notes and often lushly accessorized cocktails." https://ny.eater.com/maps/best-restaurants-bars-brooklyn-heights-nyc
The Binc
60 Henry St"An intimate cocktail den that’s been around for less than two years, The Binc takes its mixology seriously, with unexpected flavor notes and often lushly accessorized cocktails." https://ny.eater.com/maps/best-restaurants-bars-brooklyn-heights-nyc