Tag: food

New American eatery with Eastern European flair, Breva, opens on Brighton Beach boardwalk

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Dec. 5, 2024 By Kirstyn Brendlen A new restaurant plans to bridge longstanding tradition and emerging tastes in Brighton Beach.  Breva, an American brasserie and cocktail bar, opened its doors on Dec. 18, right next to the famous Tatiana Grill on the boardwalk.  It’s an unusual place for a new restaurant. Brighton Beach is…

From Bay Ridge to Dumbo: Tanoreen brings Middle Eastern flavors to Time Out Market

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Nov. 15, 2024 By Jada Camille Beloved Bay Ridge eatery Tanoreen is coming to Time Out Market this month. After nearly three decades of serving South Brooklyn, Rawia and Jumana Bishara, the mother-daughter duo behind the restaurant, will bring their distinct Palestinian flavors and Middle Eastern influences to the Dumbo food hall. Shortly after…

Chick-fil-A to open this week in Clinton Hill, marking second Brooklyn location

Chick-fil-A to open a new location in Clinton Hill on Nov. 14.

Nov. 12, 2024 By Jada Camille Why did the Brooklynite cross the road? To get to the new Chick-fil-A in Clinton Hill! A new Chick-fil-A will open in the neighborhood on Nov. 14, marking the restaurant’s second location in Brooklyn. Whether Brooklynites are looking for a quick bite, a hearty meal, or a way…

Beats and eats: New Med-Mex listening bar, Moondog, opens in East Williamsburg

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Nov. 11, 2024 By Jada Camille Moondog, a new listening bar and cocktail lounge, has officially opened its doors in East Williamsburg. Created by siblings Einat and Elon Admony, Moondog offers Brooklynites an experience beyond the average watering hole, fusing immersive soundscapes, custom cocktails, and elevated street food. Einat Admony, a three-time James Beard-nominated…

Sunset Park’s iconic Irish Haven bar marks 60 years with 1964 prices

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Oct. 24, 2024 By Adam Daly Sunset Park’s iconic Irish Haven pub rolled back time and prices to 1964 on Oct. 19, as patrons celebrated its 60th anniversary with 50-cent draft beers. The beloved Fourth Avenue bar, which has stood as a neighborhood staple since it first opened under the late Frank Lawler, drew…

Kellogg’s Diner welcomes Brooklynites back as a modernized version of its old self

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Oct. 2, 2024 By Paul Frangipane & Meaghan McGoldrick O’Neil On a bustling evening, Kellogg’s Diner feels like the heart of Williamsburg once again. The iconic eatery, known for its long history and central location, is embracing a new era after reopening on Sept. 20. As you approach, the new bright yellow sign glows…

Gaumarjos! Chama Mama expands culinary horizons in Brooklyn Heights

Chama Mama in Brooklyn Heights

Sep. 30, 2024 By Jada Camille Chama Mama, the celebrated Georgian restaurant group known for its modern twist on traditional cuisine, expanded its reach with a new location in Brooklyn Heights last year.  The eatery, which first opened its doors in Chelsea in 2019, has quickly established itself as a go-to destination for local…

Littler Italy: A taste of San Gennaro comes to Coney Island

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Sep. 12, 2024 By Jada Camille While Manhattan’s Little Italy might be famous for the San Gennaro Feast, Brooklyn is getting its own taste of the action. On Sept. 15, Gargiulo’s will bring the vibrant Italian festival to Coney Island. Forget the trek to Manhattan for cannolis and meatballs — this year, Brooklynites can…

Back on the menu: Giovanni’s Brooklyn Eats reopens after year-long hiatus following fire

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Aug. 28, 2024 By Jada Camille Giovanni’s Brooklyn Eats is officially back in business, much to the delight of its locals who welcomed the Italian eatery’s reopening after a year-long closure due to a fire that broke out last June. The new kitchen, now located diagonally across the street from its old location at…