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The Williamsburg List by Urban Compass
Fette Sau is one of The Williamsburg List by Urban Compass.

1. Fette Sau

8.9
354 Metropolitan Ave (btwn Havemeyer & Roebling St), Brooklyn, NY
BBQ Joint · Williamsburg · 561 tips and reviews

CompassCompass: Slices of brisket, legs of lamb, pigs’ tails, and ribs make up the vast and meaty menu at this Williamsburg BBQ haven.

Aska is one of The Williamsburg List by Urban Compass.

2. Aska

90 Wythe Ave, Brooklyn, NY
Scandinavian Restaurant · Williamsburg · 28 tips and reviews

CompassCompass: A leading force in the New Nordic food trend, Aska offers an adventurous tasting menu in its seven-table restaurant, complete with a pig’s blood cracker and other delightfully inventive combinations.

Egg is one of The Williamsburg List by Urban Compass.

3. Egg

109A N 3rd St (at Berry St), Brooklyn, NY
Breakfast Spot · Williamsburg · 377 tips and reviews

CompassCompass: Egg’s Southern-style cooking begets lines out the door come Sunday brunch, and it's no secret why: brioche french toast and freshly baked biscuits keep breakfast lovers coming back for more.

The Brooklyn Star is one of The Williamsburg List by Urban Compass.

4. The Brooklyn Star

593 Lorimer St (at Conselyea St), Brooklyn, NY
Southern Food Restaurant · Williamsburg · 286 tips and reviews

CompassCompass: Fried chicken & waffles are just the tip of the iceburg at Brooklyn Star. Be adventurous and go for the fried pig tails with tater tots - you won't be disappointed.

St. Anselm is one of The Williamsburg List by Urban Compass.

5. St. Anselm

9.1
355 Metropolitan Ave (btwn Havemeyer & Roebling St), Brooklyn, NY
American Restaurant · Williamsburg · 318 tips and reviews

CompassCompass: The reasonably-priced steakhouse serves cheeses, beef cuts, and seafood to a hip clientele.

Fatty 'Cue is one of The Williamsburg List by Urban Compass.

6. Fatty 'Cue

91 S 6th St (btwn Berry & Bedford), Brooklyn, NY
BBQ Joint · Williamsburg · 114 tips and reviews

CompassCompass: The menu at the Williamsburg outpost reads like a "greatest hits" of Asian Fusion BBQ featuring dishes like pig's head with spring onion salad and beek brisket with rhubarb kimchee.

Peter Luger Steak House is one of The Williamsburg List by Urban Compass.

7. Peter Luger Steak House

8.8
178 Broadway (at Driggs Ave), Brooklyn, NY
Steakhouse · Williamsburg · 694 tips and reviews

CompassCompass: It's probably the best known steakhouse in New York, and that's because Luger's keeps it simple.

Lucky Dog is one of The Williamsburg List by Urban Compass.

8. Lucky Dog

8.8
303 Bedford Ave, Brooklyn, NY
Pub · Williamsburg · 166 tips and reviews

CompassCompass: This casual beer bar has an amazing selection of brews, a shuffleboard table, and even allows dogs indoors.

Alligator Lounge is one of The Williamsburg List by Urban Compass.

9. Alligator Lounge

8.0
600 Metropolitan Ave (btwn Lorimer & Leonard St), Brooklyn, NY
Karaoke Bar · East Williamsburg · 119 tips and reviews

CompassCompass: Karaoke, skeeball, and free pizza keep the neighbors happy at the Alligator Lounge, right off the Lorimer Street subway stop.

The Gutter is one of The Williamsburg List by Urban Compass.

10. The Gutter

8.4
200 N 14th St (btwn Wythe and Berry), Brooklyn, NY
Bowling Alley · Williamsburg · 140 tips and reviews

CompassCompass: Live music, DJ nights, and comedy shows fill up the back room of The Gutter, a hybrid bowling alley and bar that's open until 4am every day of the week.

Barcade is one of The Williamsburg List by Urban Compass.

11. Barcade

8.7
388 Union Ave (btwn Ainslie & Powers St), Brooklyn, NY
Bar · East Williamsburg · 321 tips and reviews

CompassCompass: Play video games from the ‘80s while sipping the latest local microbrews at Barcade.

Union Pool is one of The Williamsburg List by Urban Compass.

12. Union Pool

8.3
484 Union Ave (at Meeker Ave), Brooklyn, NY
Bar · Williamsburg · 284 tips and reviews

CompassCompass: Listen to the latest and greatest indie soundtrack or live music as you check out backyard views of the BQE at Union Pool.

Turkey's Nest is one of The Williamsburg List by Urban Compass.

13. Turkey's Nest

7.5
94 Bedford Ave (at N 12th St), Brooklyn, NY
Dive Bar · Williamsburg · 78 tips and reviews

CompassCompass: Turkey's Nest Tavern is a classic dive bar where both kickball players and bikers alike enjoy styrofoam cups full of margaritas.

Radegast Hall & Biergarten is one of The Williamsburg List by Urban Compass.

14. Radegast Hall & Biergarten

9.0
113 N 3rd St (at Berry St), Brooklyn, NY
Beer Garden · Williamsburg · 481 tips and reviews

CompassCompass: The beer hall has a come-one-come-all, communal atmosphere. Wash down your heavy schnitzels and blintzes with a hearty glass of the best beers that Belgium and Germany have to offer.

Artists & Fleas is one of The Williamsburg List by Urban Compass.

15. Artists & Fleas

8.2
70 N 7th St (btwn Wythe & Kent Ave), Brooklyn, NY
Flea Market · Williamsburg · 65 tips and reviews

CompassCompass: The giant warehouse features booths from Brooklyn-based vendors who sell one-of-a-kind, handmade goods. Clothing, shoes, jewelry, and artwork are all up for grabs.

VeraMeat is one of The Williamsburg List by Urban Compass.

16. VeraMeat

7.7
132 N 5th St (Bedford Avenue), Brooklyn, NY
Jewelry Store · Williamsburg · 8 tips and reviews

CompassCompass: Find obscure items of jewelry at whimsical Verameat. Look for peculiar designs like a dinosaur eating a chicken leg ring, a spinal cord turned into a bracelet, tiny wrenches fastened into earrings.

Catbird is one of The Williamsburg List by Urban Compass.

17. Catbird

8.8
219 Bedford Ave (N 5th St and Bedford Ave), Brooklyn, NY
Jewelry Store · Williamsburg · 31 tips and reviews

CompassCompass: A popular store for dainty stacking rings, quirky home furnishings, and recognizable tote bags, Catbird is a tiny slice of the Brooklyn aesthetic you know and love.

Milly & Earl is one of The Williamsburg List by Urban Compass.

18. Milly & Earl

8.3
351 Graham Ave (Metropolitan), Brooklyn, NY
Jewelry Store · Williamsburg · 4 tips and reviews

CompassCompass: Shop for casual men’s and women’s clothing and accessories at this welcoming boutique on Graham Avenue.

Academy Records Annex is one of The Williamsburg List by Urban Compass.

19. Academy Records Annex

85 Oak St (at Franklin St), Brooklyn, NY
Record Store · Greenpoint · 31 tips and reviews

CompassCompass: Find vintage records for amazing prices at the beloved vinyl shop on North Sixth Street.

Marsha P. Johnson State Park is one of The Williamsburg List by Urban Compass.

20. Marsha P. Johnson State Park

9.2
90 Kent Ave (btwn N 7th & N 9th St), Brooklyn, NY
State or Provincial Park · Williamsburg · 78 tips and reviews

CompassCompass: Step aboard a ferry to Manhattan or gobble down snacks from Smorgasburg at the East River State Park, which offers unbeatable views of Manhattan.

Bushwick Inlet Park is one of The Williamsburg List by Urban Compass.

21. Bushwick Inlet Park

9.1
Kent Ave (at N 10th St), Brooklyn, NY
Park · Williamsburg · 24 tips and reviews

CompassCompass: Bushwick Inlet Park features a football and baseball stadium for the athletically inclined.

William Sheridan Playground is one of The Williamsburg List by Urban Compass.

22. William Sheridan Playground

7.7
Grand St (btw Wythe & Berry), Brooklyn, NY
Playground · Williamsburg · 5 tips and reviews

CompassCompass: Just a few blocks from the water, this playground is popular among local children and parents looking for a fun after-school hangout.

Chalk Gyms is one of The Williamsburg List by Urban Compass.

23. Chalk Gyms

8.4
193 N 9th St (at Driggs Ave.), Brooklyn, NY
Gym · Williamsburg · 30 tips and reviews

CompassCompass: Take yoga, ab-core, boxing, spin, or pilates classes at the popular yet understated gym on North Ninth Street.

CrossFit Virtuosity is one of The Williamsburg List by Urban Compass.

24. CrossFit Virtuosity

8.1
98 Bayard St (at Leonard), Brooklyn, NY
Gym · Williamsburg · 10 tips and reviews

CompassCompass: Get trained in Olympic weightlifting and powerlifting at this no-nonsense gym.

High Horse Saloon is one of The Williamsburg List by Urban Compass.

25. High Horse Saloon

103 Havermeyer St (at Grand St), Brooklyn, NY
Bar · Williamsburg · 40 tips and reviews

CompassCompass: The hair salon may look like a high-end bar with its leather chairs and sepia-colored portraits, but don't be fooled. Expertly cut hairstyles are the name of the game at High Horse Salon.

Hair Metal is one of The Williamsburg List by Urban Compass.

26. Hair Metal

8.4
578 Driggs Ave (N. 6th Street), Brooklyn, NY
Hair Salon · Williamsburg · 27 tips and reviews

CompassCompass: Coloring and cuts are grunged-down and gussied-up at this funky, inviting salon.

Ludlow Blunt is one of The Williamsburg List by Urban Compass.

27. Ludlow Blunt

8.8
85 N 3rd St (btwn Wythe & Berry), Brooklyn, NY
Hair Salon · Williamsburg · 18 tips and reviews

CompassCompass: Traditional English barbershop techniques meets modern cuts and styles at Tommy Guns’ Brooklyn location.

Milk Bar is one of The Williamsburg List by Urban Compass.

28. Milk Bar

8.0
382 Metropolitan Ave (btwn Havemeyer & Marcy), Brooklyn, NY
Dessert Shop · Williamsburg · 184 tips and reviews

CompassCompass: Christina Tosi’s bakery is known for its “crack pies” and “compost cookies” and while those are exquisite, it’s the offbeat flavors of frozen yogurt that set it apart from other sweet eateries.

Smorgasburg Williamsburg is one of The Williamsburg List by Urban Compass.

29. Smorgasburg Williamsburg

90 Kent Ave (at N 7th St), Brooklyn, NY
Street Food Gathering · Williamsburg · 412 tips and reviews

CompassCompass: Hundreds of food vendors set up shop near the East River State Park come warmer months. Folks come from all over the city to enjoy the food fair’s artisan creations.

Blue Bottle Coffee is one of The Williamsburg List by Urban Compass.

30. Blue Bottle Coffee

160 Berry St (btwn N 4th & N 5th St), Brooklyn, NY
Coffee Shop · Williamsburg · 403 tips and reviews

CompassCompass: Coffee at Blue Bottle takes five minutes to brew, but it coffee lovers know it’s well worth the wait.

Brooklyn Brewery is one of The Williamsburg List by Urban Compass.

31. Brooklyn Brewery

8.9
79 N 11th St (at Wythe Ave), Brooklyn, NY
Brewery · Williamsburg · 370 tips and reviews

CompassCompass: Take tours of the legendary Brooklyn Brewery, which makes its beer right on site in Williamsburg.

Bedford Cheese Shop is one of The Williamsburg List by Urban Compass.

32. Bedford Cheese Shop

265 Bedford Ave (at N 1st St.), Brooklyn, NY
Cheese Store · Williamsburg · 61 tips and reviews

CompassCompass: Sample delicate and rare cheeses, jams, and artisan treats from the experts on Bedford Avenue.

Brooklyn Bowl is one of The Williamsburg List by Urban Compass.

33. Brooklyn Bowl

8.5
61 Wythe Ave (btwn N 11th & N 12th St), Brooklyn, NY
Bowling Alley · Williamsburg · 536 tips and reviews

CompassCompass: Reggae, rock, jazz, rap, and pop acts grace the stage of Brooklyn Bowl, where bowling comes second to music.

Music Hall of Williamsburg is one of The Williamsburg List by Urban Compass.

34. Music Hall of Williamsburg

9.1
66 N 6th St (at Kent Ave), Brooklyn, NY
Music Venue · Williamsburg · 183 tips and reviews

CompassCompass: Run by Bowery Presents, the Music Hall of Williamsburg attracts big name alternative acts like Japandroids and Lil B.

Nitehawk Cinema is one of The Williamsburg List by Urban Compass.

35. Nitehawk Cinema

9.5
136 Metropolitan Ave (btwn Berry St & Wythe Ave), Brooklyn, NY
Movie Theater · Williamsburg · 300 tips and reviews

CompassCompass: Catch new indie films or old classics, which are often paired with meals themed to the screenings.

Knitting Factory is one of The Williamsburg List by Urban Compass.

36. Knitting Factory

361 Metropolitan Ave (at Havemeyer St), Brooklyn, NY
Rock Club · Williamsburg · 126 tips and reviews

CompassCompass: The Brooklyn outpost of the national music venue chain often books out-of-the-box acts that the crowd always enjoys.

Glasslands Gallery is one of The Williamsburg List by Urban Compass.

37. Glasslands Gallery

289 Kent Ave (btwn S 1st & S 2nd St), Brooklyn, NY
Music Venue · Williamsburg · 83 tips and reviews

CompassCompass: A South Williamsburg staple since 2006, Glasslands is a converted warehouse where partiers enjoy live music and a photobooth.

Delaney Barbecue: BrisketTown is one of The Williamsburg List by Urban Compass.

38. Delaney Barbecue: BrisketTown

359 Bedford Ave (btwn S 5th St & S 4th St), Brooklyn, NY
BBQ Joint · Williamsburg · 164 tips and reviews

CompassCompass: The back-to-the-basics BBQ joint from Dan Delaney brings a touch Texan authenticity to brisket-fiends all over the city.

Walter Sports is one of The Williamsburg List by Urban Compass.

39. Walter Sports

253 Grand St (at Roebling St), Brooklyn, NY
American Restaurant · Williamsburg · 249 tips and reviews

CompassCompass: This Grand Street bistro and raw bar offers high-class cocktails in an elegant dining room decorated in black-and-white photographs and dark wood booths.

The Woods is one of The Williamsburg List by Urban Compass.

40. The Woods

7.5
48 S 4th St (btwn Kent & Wythe Ave), Brooklyn, NY
Bar · Williamsburg · 198 tips and reviews

CompassCompass: Affordable drinks, live bands, and groove-conscious DJ's draw an eclectic twentysomething crowd of North Brooklynites to The Woods.

In God We Trust is one of The Williamsburg List by Urban Compass.

41. In God We Trust

7.1
129 Bedford Ave (at N 10th), Brooklyn, NY
Boutique · Williamsburg · 8 tips and reviews

CompassCompass: Heart-shaped charms with R-rated slogans has made this eclectic shop famous across New York City.

McCarren Park is one of The Williamsburg List by Urban Compass.

42. McCarren Park

9.2
780 Lorimer St (at Driggs Ave), Brooklyn, NY
Park · Williamsburg · 136 tips and reviews

CompassCompass: The beloved park in between Greenpoint and Williamsburg is known for its kickball leagues, public pool, and summer movie screenings.

Sternberg Park is one of The Williamsburg List by Urban Compass.

43. Sternberg Park

7.0
(btwn Montrose Ave & Leonard St), New York
Park · East Williamsburg · 4 tips and reviews

CompassCompass: Deep in East Williamsburg, Sternberg Park features large grassy areas, handball courts, and nearby benches.

Soma Health Club is one of The Williamsburg List by Urban Compass.

44. Soma Health Club

7.4
107 S 6th St (btwn Bedford Ave & Berry St), Brooklyn, NY
Gym · Williamsburg · 23 tips and reviews

CompassCompass: Personal trainers are Soma’s specialty, but classes and weight rooms are open to all.

Retro Fitness is one of The Williamsburg List by Urban Compass.

45. Retro Fitness

203 Berry St, Brooklyn, NY
Gym and Studio · Williamsburg · 25 tips and reviews

CompassCompass: Sign up for group classes at this inviting gym that even has babysitting.

The Brooklyn Kitchen is one of The Williamsburg List by Urban Compass.

46. The Brooklyn Kitchen

9.2
100 Frost St (btwn Leonard St. & Manhattan Ave.), Brooklyn, NY
Gourmet Store · Williamsburg · 37 tips and reviews

CompassCompass: This home goods shop has all the tools to make your kitchen Martha Stewart-approved, and cooking classes to make sure you actually know how to use them.

The Whiskey Shop is one of The Williamsburg List by Urban Compass.

47. The Whiskey Shop

5.7
44 Berry, Store #5 (North 11th Str.), Brooklyn, NY
Liquor Store · Williamsburg · 6 tips and reviews

CompassCompass: With over 99 whiskeys in stock, this shop is a candy store for dark liquor enthusiasts.