Al Capone's childhood home is right around the corner. Walk south 1 block and turn left - it's at 38 Garfield.
There's a kitchen upstairs and the burger is very good (shake shack/burger joint style). And only six bucks.
Run by the Bowery Ballroom and Mercury Lounge team. It replaces two floors of lesbian-rich Cattyshack with two floors of flat-screen-rich drinking, roof-deck lounging and (soon) live music.
Get one of the Fluxers to show you around or explore on your own. There are nooks and crannies galore and lots of hidden (or obscured) art. Read more.
If you live on Washington or Vanderbilt you need to be here Monday nights. Killer bands...
Date Night Is... an order of pao de queijo (Brazilian Cheesy Bread) and a Caipirinha at one of Beco's outdoor tables. The wait staff is awesome & will put up with your American pronunciations.
Fantastic spot for drinks, and they have a killer brunch menu with some unique dishes. Good windows for people-watching and a little outdoor seating.
One of the best bars in the hood. 400 whiskey options and primo grilled cheese. If its nice out, be sure to sneak out to the beautifully landscaped backyard.
Date Night Is... a face full of Nathan's famous hot dogs, a wander along the boardwalk, and then a blanket under a palm tree (plastic, of course).
Be prepared to queue up for a table: al di là is one of the most popular spots on Park Slope’s restaurant-packed Fifth Avenue. Chef Anna Klinger's fresh take on Italian fare is worth the wait. Read more.
This small French space hosts one of the city’s most diverse music scenes in its back room. Arrive early to take advantage of happy hour, with $1 off beers and $3 off cocktails. Read more.
Laid back and affordable dive bar. Try a Frito Pie and an Ice House Burger with Cheese. Beware of their beer/shot combos. Drink and play a game of connect four.
