Allon’s guidebook
Food scene
An inviting neighborhood spot led by Israeli-born chef/owner Tomer Blechman.
Seasonal ingredients creating a twist on modern Mediterranean cuisine
79 Einheimische empfehlen
Miss Ada
184 Dekalb AveAn inviting neighborhood spot led by Israeli-born chef/owner Tomer Blechman.
Seasonal ingredients creating a twist on modern Mediterranean cuisine
Right down the street from Chez Oksar is Dino’s. A very Brooklyn-ish, urban rustic vibe, it serves comfort Italian food. Lots of pastas. It also has outdoor dining, both in the front and on the back patio. They are open for lunch and dinner during the week and brunch, lunch, and dinner on the weekends.
118 Einheimische empfehlen
Dino
222 Dekalb AvenueRight down the street from Chez Oksar is Dino’s. A very Brooklyn-ish, urban rustic vibe, it serves comfort Italian food. Lots of pastas. It also has outdoor dining, both in the front and on the back patio. They are open for lunch and dinner during the week and brunch, lunch, and dinner on the weekends.
This place does an excellent Mediterranean brunch seven days a week (think pita, yogurt, merguez sausage, fresh salads), but get there early on the weekends…by noon or so, there will always be a bit of a wait. It’s very conveniently located just down the street from the summer location of the Brooklyn Flea Market (see Having Fun section). The vibe is great—glazed tiles, throw pillows, wooden beams, high ceilings. They also serve lunch and dinner.
304 Einheimische empfehlen
Olea
171 Lafayette AveThis place does an excellent Mediterranean brunch seven days a week (think pita, yogurt, merguez sausage, fresh salads), but get there early on the weekends…by noon or so, there will always be a bit of a wait. It’s very conveniently located just down the street from the summer location of the Brooklyn Flea Market (see Having Fun section). The vibe is great—glazed tiles, throw pillows, wooden beams, high ceilings. They also serve lunch and dinner.
Cheap, fresh, filling Middle Eastern food. Low-key vibe and really tasty food!
505 Einheimische empfehlen
Black Swan
Cheap, fresh, filling Middle Eastern food. Low-key vibe and really tasty food!
This is a “foodie” destination. Owned by the same team that owns Marlowe & Sons and diner, it features a constantly changing menu of Italian food with a farmer’s market angle. A bit pricier, but worth it if you want a nice evening.
261 Einheimische empfehlen
Roman's
243 Dekalb AveThis is a “foodie” destination. Owned by the same team that owns Marlowe & Sons and diner, it features a constantly changing menu of Italian food with a farmer’s market angle. A bit pricier, but worth it if you want a nice evening.
Solid Japanese food, including sushi rolls and noodles.
48 Einheimische empfehlen
Sushi D - Authentic Sushi in Brooklyn,NY
207 Dekalb AveSolid Japanese food, including sushi rolls and noodles.
LaRina features a menu made for sharing, with a vast drink selection, and an in-house pasta shop where you can purchase any of their homemade pastas to take home.
39 Einheimische empfehlen
LaRina Pastificio & Vino
387 Myrtle AveLaRina features a menu made for sharing, with a vast drink selection, and an in-house pasta shop where you can purchase any of their homemade pastas to take home.
Fun places
A beautiful park and just a few minutes away! Take a right on Myrtle up to Washington Park. You will see it in front of you. A great spot for people-watching, especially on the weekends. We also like to bring a blanket and some food and picnic when the weather is nice.
791 Einheimische empfehlen
Fort Greene Park
South Portland AvenueA beautiful park and just a few minutes away! Take a right on Myrtle up to Washington Park. You will see it in front of you. A great spot for people-watching, especially on the weekends. We also like to bring a blanket and some food and picnic when the weather is nice.
I love popping in here with a cup of coffee and just browsing all the tables of books. A great selection of fiction and nonfiction, plus an excellent children’s section. They also host a lot of events that feature some genuine literary luminaries, so check out their website!
170 Einheimische empfehlen
Greenlight Bookstore (Fulton Street)
686 Fulton StI love popping in here with a cup of coffee and just browsing all the tables of books. A great selection of fiction and nonfiction, plus an excellent children’s section. They also host a lot of events that feature some genuine literary luminaries, so check out their website!