No wireless service and a no-cell phone policy make this Italian coffee house and enoteca a convivial spot for salads, sandwiches and charctuterie.
311 Henry Street
(718) 243-0487
A cottage-like setting for homey daytime fare and a signature cheese biscuit with Serrano ham and soft-boiled egg.
20 Columbia Place
(718) 722-7395
A wholesome old world coffee shop with Polish grandmother specialties like blintzes, pierogis and latkes.
80 Montague Street
(718) 797-3996
The trifecta: third generation hospitality and authentic Italian cooking in a traditional Brooklyn setting.
84 Court Street
(718) 596-5955
Good balance of cheese, sauce and crust for no-frills pizza by the slice.
80 Henry Street
(718) 237-1278
A quaint neighborhood staple for New American cooking highlighted by seasonal wild game menus and a stellar but reasonably priced wine list.
44 Henry Street
(718) 834-1776
Solid informal local favorite for updated rustic Italian fare that still pays homage to beloved classics.
38 Henry Street
(718) 625-3737
A double storefront and cozy tavern for simple food made from top quality ingredients with full menu served at the bar.
66 Hicks Street
(718) 852-5084
All things Italian in a pan-regional menu and wine list at River Deli, a sleek cafe that retains its "deli" designation only as nod to a former neighborhood landmark location they now occupy.
32 Joralemon Street
(718) 254-9200
Today's urban industrial art mix of curiosities and collectibles, nostalgia and found objects.
71 Atlantic Avenue
(347) 405-3734
A testimony to the area's ethnic roots, this specialty market has been a food lover's source for all things Middle Eastern for over fifty years.
87 Atlantic Avenue
(718) 624-4550
Contemporary classic home décor including both local and British wares set off by colorful folkloric touches and premium toiletries.
130 Clinton Street
(718) 246-2510
Contemporary and vintage photography and prints as well as handmade frames by local old world style craftspeople.
37 Cranberry Street
(718) 834-8801
Elegantly and creatively composed floral creations of vivid color combinations, lush textures and unexpected natural accents.
309 Henry Street
(718) 858-6443
Family run boutique with collections from well-established designers as well as brand conscious casual wear, statement accessories and posh lingerie.
145 Montague Street
(718) 625-7518
Marissa Alpert Studio for precious/semi-precious stones in stackable rings and bracelets and elegant bridal collection tailored to your taste.
25 State Street
(718) 243-2326
Swanky paper and customized printing services at Overtures, plus exceptional home décor, discerning personal accessories, and tasteful gifts.
216 Hicks Street
(718) 643-9345
Founded in 1863, this museum and rare book library covers 400 years of Brooklyn's diversity. The landmark Queen Ann-style building with ornamental terracotta facade was designed by George Post who also designed the New York Stock Exchange.
128 Pierrepont Street
(718) 222-4111
Although it was constructed to insulate the neighboring homes from the noise of the Brooklyn Queens Expressway, the startling views of Lower Manhattan and Brooklyn Bridge from this tree-lined stretch have starred in films like "Annie Hall" and "Moonstruck."
The largest national museum devoted to urban public transportation is appropriately housed in a historic 1936-subway station. Get a detailed look at the building of New York's first subway and see 19 restored subway cars as well as contemporary interactive exhibits that show you how we go from here to there.
Boerum Place and Schermerhon Street
(718) 694-1600
A secret garden in a formerly empty lot with more that 300 different plants, at least six species of birds, and a hive of bumblebees. The garden wraps around residential buildings on Poplar Street, between Hicks and Henry streets.
The flexible exhibition space BRIC Gallery is designed to represent the full range of the Brooklyn's artistic diversity.
33 Clinton Street
(718) 683-5604
Tuesday and Saturday brings local goods to the Borough Hall green market on the plaza adjacent to the Greek Revival-style structure clad in Tuckahoe marble that is Brooklyn's oldest public building and the original city hall.
Court Street and Montague Street
