Guidebook for Brooklyn

Chris MG
Guidebook for Brooklyn

Food Scene

Since Sel de Mer closed, I sought a low-key restaurant unafraid of contemporary French dishes with prodigal sauces. 'Fond' is colloquialism for 'stock' and richly found in their rural, deep flavors.
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Le Fond
105 Norman Ave
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Since Sel de Mer closed, I sought a low-key restaurant unafraid of contemporary French dishes with prodigal sauces. 'Fond' is colloquialism for 'stock' and richly found in their rural, deep flavors.
For a nice cross-cultural bite, Falansai is Français meets Vietnamese cuisine; it is a nice tangent away from authentic French-Viet culinary dishes and more health conscious than traditional dishes.
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Falansai
112 Harrison Pl
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For a nice cross-cultural bite, Falansai is Français meets Vietnamese cuisine; it is a nice tangent away from authentic French-Viet culinary dishes and more health conscious than traditional dishes.
Casual crêpe place, Pâtes et Traditions is a French countryside eatery with a Mediterranean proclivity. While known for crêpes, I would not rule out their fettuccini provençale or pâtes/pasta dishes.
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Pates et Traditions
52 Havemeyer St
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Casual crêpe place, Pâtes et Traditions is a French countryside eatery with a Mediterranean proclivity. While known for crêpes, I would not rule out their fettuccini provençale or pâtes/pasta dishes.
Sister to Marquet Patisserie, a French Country Style Bistro known for its brunch scene. Go here for the childhood favorites: French grilled cheese, goat cheese croissants, berry filled French toast.
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Le Barricou
533 Grand St
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Sister to Marquet Patisserie, a French Country Style Bistro known for its brunch scene. Go here for the childhood favorites: French grilled cheese, goat cheese croissants, berry filled French toast.
French-Quarter themed with extensive selection of absinthe, spirits, and oysters; best for a full raw bar impressionistic meal experience - oysters, monkfish, razor clam, cod brandade recommended.
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Maison Premiere
298 Bedford Ave
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French-Quarter themed with extensive selection of absinthe, spirits, and oysters; best for a full raw bar impressionistic meal experience - oysters, monkfish, razor clam, cod brandade recommended.
Local French Bistro emphasizing Marseille cuisine with a Parisian charm. From the wine selection, authentic boulliabaisse, to the classic croque madame, each assiette stays true to fresh ingredients.
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Fada
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Local French Bistro emphasizing Marseille cuisine with a Parisian charm. From the wine selection, authentic boulliabaisse, to the classic croque madame, each assiette stays true to fresh ingredients.

Drinks & Nightlife

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The Ides Bar
80 Wythe Ave
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Donna
7 Broadway
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The Commodore
366 Metropolitan Ave
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The Richardson
451 Graham Avenue
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Hotel Delmano
82 Berry St
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Noorman's Kil
609 Grand St
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Xanadu
160 N 12th St
Falcon Laundry Bar
65 N 7th St
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Juliette
135 N 5th St
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Huckleberry Bar
588 Grand St
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Berry Park
4 Berry St
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Parks & Nature

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Williamsburg
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Down to Earth McGolrick Park Farmers Market
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Arts & Culture

Front Room Gallery
205 Hester St
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The Journal Gallery
45 White Street
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Glasshouse
Simon/Neuman² Gallery
Simon Neuman
1331 Viamonte
Simon/Neuman² Gallery