September 8, 2009

Brooklyn Bowl New York

Rock and roll — literally — at Williamsburg’s new bowling alley/Blue Ribbon restaurant/music venue all in one. While chugging back Brooklyn-brewed beer, take note of this cool detail: The sixteen-lane behemoth is the first LEED certified bowling alley in the world.

  Brooklyn, Culture, Birthday Parties, Bowling

October 15, 2009

Bill’s Bar & Burger New York

Tiny new corner spot for patties and dogs serves some of the best beef between two buns (a classic, simple burger at its sublime best).

  Downtown, Food & Drink, Cheap, Hangover Cure

September 8, 2009

Permanent Brunch New York

Early riser, night owl. No matter your sleeping pattern, you’ll never miss the first meal of the day at this new East Village joint, where it’s all breakfast, all the time. (What could go wrong at the bacon bar?)

  Downtown, Food & Drink, Breakfast, Brunch

September 8, 2009

Frankies 457 Spuntino New York

Rustic Brooklyn hotbed for serious food types with a coveted outdoor garden and old stable for private parties. Envy of the neighborhood.

  BoCoCa, Food & Drink, Alfresco, Birthday Parties

September 8, 2009

Schiller's Liquor Bar New York

Keith McNally drops his usual bistro fare for German- and Cuban-inspired comfort food, drawing the look-at-me masses. Tip: If you need to catch up on work, go midday for free Wi-Fi.

  Downtown, Food & Drink, Brunch, Good for Groups

September 8, 2009

Blue Ribbon Sushi New York

The aptly named downtown sushi joint is modern, intimate, and wonderfully satisfying. The sake box spilleth over (until 2 a.m. nightly).

  Downtown, Food & Drink, Celebrity Sightings, Hot Date