As the hottest borough in the New York City metropolitan area, Brooklyn has attracted some of the best restaurants in the city. The unique vibe of Brooklyn is the ideal launching ground for a variety of eclectic food and drink offerings.
Here are six of the best new offerings in Brooklyn:
SIENA RISTORANTE BAR
Open your palate to fine kosher wine and genuine Italian recipes at Siena Ristorante Bar. In collaboration with award-winning Chef Mark Strausman, the menu offers whole-grilled fish, house-made pastas, pizza and more! If you’re looking for the best of Italy in little ol’ Brooklyn, this is the place to be.
OXOMOCO
Greenpoint's new taco destination is the love child of Justin Bazdarich and Chris Walton. The authentic corn tortillas hail directly from Mexico, creating the perfect conduit for all of the unique fillings such as lamb barbacoa and soft shell crab. Just when you think you cannot stomach anymore, you will catch a glimpse of the massive desserts and want to make room for more.
DAVID'S RESTAURANT
Located on Kings Highway, David’s offers some of Brooklyn’s best Glatt Kosher, Mid-Eastern and Israeli cuisine. Their menu consists of wide variety from appetizers and soups, to breakfast, entrees, sandwiches and more. The best part about this place? They deliver! David’s also offers incredible catering, giving you great food for your private parties.
BAR BEAU
This trendy spot masquerades as a cafe during the day but comes alive at night as a hip cocktail bar. Owner Claire Chan uses a variety of Japanese influences to create a menu featuring udon noodles and cocktails infused with miso honey and black sesame. Coffee and food offerings from local favorites Ovenly and Bien Cuit draw in the morning crowds.
CAFE RENAISSANCE
A popular spot in the borough, Cafe Renaissance is a delectable Italian Kosher restaurant. Dine in at a chic table with white table cloths or place your order online. Customer’s say this place never disappoints! You can’t beat the decent prices for a business that started over 33 years ago. Pizza anyone?
GLADY'S JERK CENTER
Experience the bursting flavors and colorful vibe of the Caribbean in this Prospect-Lefferts Gardens restaurant and bar. Serving a variety of classic island dishes such as jerk chicken, curry goat, and Guyanese chow mein, this spot also boasts some of the most innovative frozen drinks in the city.
SOFREH
Nasim Alikhani brings Brooklyn a taste of Persian food in this new restaurant located in Prospect Heights. Diners begin the culinary adventure with freshly-baked bread offered with yogurt dipping sauces. Entrees include braised lamb shank and smoked eggplant, giving diners a cornucopia of unique flavors.