Even if the food wasn't good, it'd still be worth it for the cozy vibe. Luckily, the food is delightful, the drinks eclectic, and the staff friendly.
From the same trio behind Torrisi Italian Specialties, Parm, and ZZ’s Clam Bar, all the tropes of the classic Italian-American red sauce joints are at play, but better than you’ve ever had.
Recommended: Salumi, fried artichokes, tripe, pastas, swordfish, deviled chicken, roast suckling pig. For dessert, revive yourself with a simple affogato: vanilla ice cream drowned in espresso. Read more.
Stunning space & atmosphere. I'll chime in with another vote for the squash carpaccio, and add the rigatoni alla norma. Skip the arugula salad, though.
The quirky, comforting, and delicious menu is both whimsical and earnest. It is constantly evolving but standout items have included a novel twist on crab rangoon and the carrot crepe. Read more.
At this hipster-Germanic bistro in the borough’s Cobble Hill neighborhood, heaping plates of choucroute and sausages and creative cocktails explain the long waits and devoted followers.
If the Carrots with Grilled Mussels & Lime are on the menu, order them right away. Seriously, they might even be better than the pizza (which, incidentally, is among the best ever).
No New York experience is complete without a hunk of spectacular steak. No one brings it better than Peter Luger. No need to even ask for a menu! Just get a steak!
The vibe is what I imagine a below-deck speakeasy on board a Gilded Era cruise ship was like.
Some of the best Italian food I've had in the city for an incredibly decent price. Ball out and get a bottle of wine without breaking the bank.
The best rustic Italian food we've had in NYC. The octopus and baccala appetizers are winners and the beef tagliata entree slayed. Also, great atmosphere and super friendly service.
The cavatelli pasta alone is worth the trip to Carroll Gardens, but, then, so is the rest of the food & scene here, which is quintessentially Aging Hipster in the best possible way. [Eater 38 Member]
Awesome views, great cocktails, stylish vibe. Make sure to dress in your hipster finest, and if you can, reserve a table rather than hovering over the bar.
Lovely little wine bar, perfect for afternoon sipping with the windows open or a cozy evening date. The staff is so friendly and knowledgeable — take a chance on their recommendation for orange wine.
What black magic has Danny Meyer performed to create a brunch this perfect? Order exactly this: pastry basket for the table, cacio e pepe with fat slabs of bacon for you, and an Aperol Spritz or four.
