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Grimaldi’s Pizzeria: Plain Pizza – The Bite

Photo by Robert FernandezTHE BITE: [/tag/the-bite/] I’m going to dive into the great pizza debate that rages over Brooklyn. Here in Southern Brooklyn, we are lucky to have two of the best pizza parlors in the world. Di Fara [http://www.difara.com/], Mayor Bill de Blasio’s

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Breaking News: Flash Flood Alert Until 5:30 Tonight

Photo: http://www.farah.net.au/This just in from the National Weather Service… Notification issued on 5/23/13 at 3:30 PM. The National Weather Service has issued a Flash Flood Warning citywide until 5:30 PM. Excessive runoff from heavy rainfall will cause flooding of urban areas,

Breaking News: Flash Flood Warning Until 5:30 Tonight

Photo: http://www.farah.net.au/This just in from the National Weather Service… Notification issued on 5/23/13 at 3:30 PM. The National Weather Service has issued a Flash Flood Warning citywide until 5:30 PM. Excessive runoff from heavy rainfall will cause flooding of urban areas,

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Get Ready To Yodel In Brooklyn With Sing-A-Long-A Sound Of Music At Brooklyn Center (SPONSORED)

The following is a paid announcement from Brooklyn Center for the Performing Arts. Looking for a fun, different, and quirky event to attend with your friends and family next weekend? Get your vocal chords warmed up and join us at Brooklyn Center for the Performing Arts on Sunday, May 19,

Open Thread: Safe Streets Or Is It A Death Race?

In the past I have complained about the driving habits of our neighbors [/open-thread-driving-in-sheepshead-bay-sucks/], but today it’s the pedestrian’s turn to suffer my wrath. What the hell is wrong with the people walking the streets of Sheepshead Bay? A little jaunt from East 12th Street and Avenue Z

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Roll-N-Roaster: Western Cheez Burger – The Bite

THE BITE [/tag/the-bite/]: Roll n Roaster (2901 Emmons Avenue, just west of Nostrand Avenue) is well known for its roast beef sandwiches, late night crowds and its 1970s television commercials [/dont-forget-roll-n-roaster-had-commercials/]. But it also sells Cheez burgers, fries and “freshly squeezed orangeade,” all of which are prominently touted on

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Brooklyn Bloom – Oreo Cheesecake: The Bite

THE BITE [/tag/the-bite/]: What’s more Brooklyn than cheesecake? How about a New York-style cheesecake baked by immigrants, topped with Oreos? Did you know that the Oreo was invented by NABISCO in New York City in 1912 and originally came in two flavors? One version came with the cream

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T & D Bakery: St. Joseph Zeppole – The Bite

Photo by Erica ShermanTHE BITE [/tag/the-bite/]: Hey, today, March 19, is St. Joseph’s Day. What better way to celebrate than by eating some St. Joseph zeppole? What’s that you say? What are St. Joseph zeppole? St. Joseph zeppole, or zeppole di San Giuseppeis, is a classic Italian

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March 23: Grillin’ On The Bay and The Brooklyn Chili Smackdown!

It’s back. New York City’s original barbecue and grilling contest is back, and so is the chili! Come on out to Grillin’ On The Bay and the Brooklyn Chili Smackdown [http://www.grillinlgonthebay.com]. Saturday, March 23, 2013, at 10:00 a.m., the gates will open and

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Chop Stix: Fried Octopus Legs – The Bite

THE BITE [/tag/the-bite/]: On a recent night I sat down for dinner at Chop Stix (3790 Nostrand Avenue, between Avenue Y and Avenue Z) with my friend Ned. Ned likes to joke about whenever someone eats in a Chinese restaurant that they spend a lot of time looking over

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Jimmy’s Famous Celebrates 75 Years In The Bay

Wow, talk about a survivor. Jimmy’s Famous Heros located at 1786 Sheepshead Bay Road (between Emmons Avenue and Shore Parkway) is celebrating its 75th anniversary all month long. Opened on February 1, 1938, Jimmy’s has survived the Great Depression, World War II, the massive inflation and oil embargoes

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Georgian Cuisine Apani: Sheepshead’s Newest Georgian Takeout – The Bite

THE BITE [/tag/the-bite/]: The Bite welcomes Sheepshead Bay Road’s newest business, and I think the only new business to open since Superstorm Sandy devastated the area: Georgian Cuisine Apani. Located at 1520 Sheepshead Bay Road, Georgian Cuisine Apani takes over the space recently vacated by Randazzo’s Sandwich

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Connie’s Pizza: Meatball Parm Hero – The Bite

THE BITE [/tag/the-bite/]: Connie’s Pizza (3845 Nostrand Avenue) is one of the survivors of Sheepshead Bay. With Pathmark closed and a Subway shop located almost next door, it has to be. Enticed by a large sign in the window offering $5 heros, I ventured in for lunch and

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Empire Tortillas Aloha Teriyaki Grill: Hawallan Spicy Wings – The Bite

THE BITE [/tag/the-bite/]: A Mexican-Hawaiian take out restaurant? Only in New York City. Empire Tortillas Aloha Teriyaki Grill (3556 Nostrand Avenue) is one of those anonymous storefront takeout joints that line Nostrand Avenue from Avenue U to Avenue Z. This nondescript takeout restaurant could pass for any cheap fast

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Tacos El Rey: Burrito Grande – The Bite

THE BITE [/tag/the-bite/]: Twenty-twelve has to be the year the Mexican restaurant established itself in Sheepshead Bay. We’ve seen the opening of El Mexicano Restaurant [/el-mexicano-restaurante-chicken-pork-tacos-the-bite/], and the soon to be open Jumpin’ Bean [/jumpin-bean-new-mexican-restaurant-slated-for-emmons-avenue/] on Emmons Avenue, as they join La Villita as part of the smattering

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Thai Basil: First Look At Sheepshead’s Newest Thai Restaurant – The Bite

THE BITE [/tag/the-bite/]: When asked what type of restaurants are needed in Sheepshead Bay, I’ve always answered that we need another Thai place. Well, after having that discussion for more than a decade, my desire has finally been fulfilled. We have a new Thai restaurant in the Bay.

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Cevabdzinica Sarajevo II – The Hot Table: The Bite

THE BITE [/tag/the-bite/]: Looking for a new place for lunch? Cevabdzinica Sarajevo II (2556 Coney Island Avenue) is trying something new; the hot table. Hoping to rebuild its customer base after the hurricane, Sarajevo II is offering up a hot steam table of home-made dishes for your mid-day indulgence.

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U.S. Gov’t – Meals Ready To Eat (MRE): The Bite

THE BITE [/tag/the-bite/]: It’s hard to believe that Thanksgiving is tomorrow. This has been one tough year and I’m having a hard time coming up with things to be thankful for. As I reflect on all I’ve faced this year, an interesting conundrum has arisen. With

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The Restaurant Recovery – The Bite

Arbuz owners and staff cleaning off the furniture just days after the storm.THE BITE [/tag/the-bite/]: The Bite’s been laying low as Sheepshead Bay struggles to recover from Hurricane Sandy. With so many still without power or heat, it seems a bit insensitive to write about a newly

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Infinite Auto Leasing Is Working Through The Damage

Infinite Auto Leasing has been a part of Sheepshead Bay for 13 years and isn’t going to let a little water keep them down! With many local businesses still struggling to get back on their feet, our friends at Infinite Auto Leasing are working hard to meet all your

Hurricane Sandy Damages Bensonhurst Shoreline

Reader Jason N. sent in these pictures of the Bensonhurst shore. Thank you Jason. If you have any pictures of Hurricane Sandy’s visit to our neighborhood, send them to tips@sheepsheadbites.com.

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Some Transit Options Reopened

From Notify NYC… > Notification issued 10/30/12 at 2:00 PM. All NYC East River bridges are open but please stay off the roads and allow emergency personnel the opportunity to restore essential city services. All MTA bridges except the ones in the Rockaways are open. For updates on

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No School on Halloween!

From Notify NYC… > Notification issued 10/30/12 at 11:20 AM. Due to severe weather conditions, all New York City Public Schools will be closed tomorrow 10/31/12. For more information: http://schools.nyc.gov/default.htm [http://schools.nyc.gov/default.htm]

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You Can’t Get There From Here – NYC Closures

The Mayor’s Office has put out a general summation of what’s closed, what’s blocked and what’s delayed. It’s a mess out there folks. Your best bet, stay home. From NYC.gov > NYC Weathering Sandy – Stay Inside The City is closely monitoring Sandy, which is bringing

There’s Got To Be A Morning After

Photo by Rovshan DanilovSheepshead Bay Road and Voorhies Avenue. Do you have photos of Hurricane Sandy’s aftermath? Send your pictures to tips@sheepsheadbites.com