Ellie Plass is a food reporter for Bklyner. You can contact her, or send her tips at ellen@bklyner.com.
Business
GREENPOINT – Getaway [https://getaway.bar/] sits on Green Street in the middle of Greenpoint, signaled to passersby by the “0%” sign glowing outside. It’s not your everyday bar—this is a bar that serves only non-alcoholic drinks. No low ABV, no kombucha, just 0%. The bar and cozy interior
Food & Drink
PARK SLOPE – It’s almost time again for New York City Restaurant Week [https://www.nycgo.com/restaurant-week], with reservations officially opened on Tuesday, July 9. The event, actually several weeks long, takes place from July 22nd to August 16th and features restaurants from all over the city. One of
Carroll Gardens
CARROLL GARDENS – It’s almost time again for New York City Restaurant Week [https://www.nycgo.com/restaurant-week], with reservations officially open on Tuesday, July 9. The event, actually several weeks long, takes place from July 22nd to August 16th and features restaurants from all over the city. One of
Bay Ridge
BAY RIDGE – Just off of the Bay Ridge Avenue R stop, you will find Blend Coffee + CoWork [https://www.facebook.com/blendbayridge/]. Right now, at least from the outside, it is a little unassuming—signs and lights are still being installed, but the story behind its origin is anything but.
Food & Drink
FORT GREENE – Republic Of Booza [https://www.republicofbooza.com], the Williamsburg ice cream spot made famous for its stretchy treats, has opened a pop-up in Fort Greene for the summer. The location debuted on Wednesday, July 3rd and will be open through September. Republic of Booza pop-up, 45 Willoughby Avenue
Bay Ridge
Welcome to the latest installment of openings and closings. This week was a busy one for Bay Ridge and bubble teas. We also found a new natural wine bar and have to say goodbye to a Fort Greene classic. BAY RIDGE The counter at Blend Coffee + CoWork. Ellie Plass, Bklyner.
Central Brooklyn
Information from Prospect Park Alliance [https://www.prospectpark.org/visit-the-park/things-to-do/barbecues-and-picnics/designated-picnic-and-barbecue-map/] , map courtesy of Google Maps. (Ellie Plass/Bklyner)The 4th of July is a time to enjoy the city outdoors—and we think that Prospect Park is one of the best places to do just that. With
Business
FORT GREENE – Endswell Bar and Bistro [https://www.endswellbk.com] celebrated its two month anniversary on the 1st of July. The space, opened by partners Jason Burelle and Thai Le, is bringing craft cocktails and French inspired dishes to the Fort Greene neighborhood. The bar at Endswell. Photo by Lauren
Business
PROSPECT HEIGHTS – LaLou [https://laloubrooklyn.com], Prospect Heights’ newest natural wine bar, opened to a line last Thursday for their soft opening weekend. They will take reservations starting this Tuesday, July 2. “[The opening] went so well. It was busier than we thought, actually,” partner Joe Campanale told Bklyner over
Announcements
EAST FLATBUSH – East Flatbush Restaurant Week [https://www.facebook.com/events/2054605487973599/] is in full swing. Organized by the Community Board 17 Commerce Committee [http://www.cb17brooklyn.org/about/committees/commerce/], HABNET [http://www.habnet.com] (Haitian American Chamber of Commerce), Elite Learners, Inc. [http://elitelearners.org], and The Breakfast
Brooklyn Heights
BROOKLYN HEIGHTS – Haley Fox, co-owner and co-founder of Alice’s Tea Cup [https://www.alicesteacup.com], basically found the business’ latest Brooklyn location by accident. “I happened upon this location because my stepchildren went to PS8 [right next door], and they actually had already graduated from PS8, but I was
Food & Drink
There’s a new pie taking Brooklyn by storm. It doesn’t have red or white sauce, cheese, or anchovies (usually). Instead, it has a huge tortilla, straight from the kitchens of Oaxaca. It also has black beans, queso oaxaca, and usually lettuce, peppers, meats, or salsa. Its name is