Guidebook for Brooklyn
Food Scene
Paulie Gee's
60 Greenpoint AveBEST PIZZA EVER.
Papacito's
999 Manhattan AveHipster Mexican.
Voted in the top 10 doughnut shops in New York. Google Tina Fey's quote about Peter Pan doughnuts. Then get a red velvet and enjoy.
255 Einheimische empfehlen
Peter Pan Donut & Pastry Shop
727 Manhattan AveVoted in the top 10 doughnut shops in New York. Google Tina Fey's quote about Peter Pan doughnuts. Then get a red velvet and enjoy.
Calyer
92 Calyer StTapas style restaurant. Really just incredible food and cocktails.
Actually, I haven't been yet, but I keep meaning to go because I've heard the food's delicious and greens are supplied by the local rooftop farm on Eagle St.
111 Einheimische empfehlen
Anella
222 Franklin StActually, I haven't been yet, but I keep meaning to go because I've heard the food's delicious and greens are supplied by the local rooftop farm on Eagle St.
Yummy sandwiches, a crazy huge beer selection including on-tap beers for growlers, and great cheeses.
35 Einheimische empfehlen
Eastern District
1053 Manhattan AveYummy sandwiches, a crazy huge beer selection including on-tap beers for growlers, and great cheeses.
Brooklyn made ice cream. Get a cone, then walk to the little greenspace overlooking Newtown Creek.
60 Einheimische empfehlen
Brooklyn Ice Cream Factory
14 Old Fulton StBrooklyn made ice cream. Get a cone, then walk to the little greenspace overlooking Newtown Creek.
Lobster everything—rolls, salad, sliders, just plain lobster—and all of it's delicious. Also, a HUGE backyard.
109 Einheimische empfehlen
Lobster Joint
1073 Manhattan AveLobster everything—rolls, salad, sliders, just plain lobster—and all of it's delicious. Also, a HUGE backyard.
Brooklyn Label
180 Franklin StBest brunch in the immediate vicinity.
The best coffee (not espresso) in the immediate vicinity. They also have a great backyard, and good wine served in these little pitchers.
1011 Manhattan Ave
1011 Manhattan AvenueThe best coffee (not espresso) in the immediate vicinity. They also have a great backyard, and good wine served in these little pitchers.
Great espresso, free wi-fi, a cute backyard, yummy pastries and cookies.
62 Einheimische empfehlen
Champion Coffee
1107 Manhattan AveGreat espresso, free wi-fi, a cute backyard, yummy pastries and cookies.
Espresso, wine, and panini in an adorable, book-lined setting, plus a gorgeous backyard space. A great place to get some work done (free wi-fi) or meet a friend for coffee or drinks.
138 Einheimische empfehlen
Milk & Roses
35 Manhattan AveEspresso, wine, and panini in an adorable, book-lined setting, plus a gorgeous backyard space. A great place to get some work done (free wi-fi) or meet a friend for coffee or drinks.
Shopping
Greenpoint Bikes
1078 Manhattan AveRent a bike! These guys are awesome.
Cute boutique for women's clothing. Just keep walking down Franklin St. and there are lots more—men's & women's.
11 Einheimische empfehlen
Dalaga NYC
150 Franklin StreetCute boutique for women's clothing. Just keep walking down Franklin St. and there are lots more—men's & women's.
THE BEST WINE STORE EVER. PERIOD. Plus, free wine and cheese tastings every Thursday evening.
78 Einheimische empfehlen
Dandelion Wine
153 Franklin StTHE BEST WINE STORE EVER. PERIOD. Plus, free wine and cheese tastings every Thursday evening.
WORD
29 Newark AveAdorable independent bookstore.
Drinks & Nightlife
Habitat
988 Manhattan AvenueThursday = $8 burger night.
The Diamond
43 Franklin StIncredible beer selection and a great backyard.
Mark Bar
1025 Manhattan AvenueMy favorite dive bar in the neighborhood.
113 Franklin St
113 Franklin StreetA free personal pizza with every beer. Need I say more?
147 Franklin St
147 Franklin StreetCurrently my favorite bar in Greenpoint. Check out the free jukebox.
Essentials
The Garden
921 Manhattan AveFor organic groceries.
Everything Else
Usha Veda Yoga
1002-1006 Manhattan AveA yoga studio just around the corner.