Food Scene
Colonie
127 Atlantic AveDelicious "farm-to-table" restaurant, lovely staff!
Sociale
320 Court StSo tasty! I especially love going here for brunch because of the big, bright windows.
Perfect local hideaway. Great, healthy food. (But no wifi/no laptops allowed).
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Iris Cafe
125 Columbia PlPerfect local hideaway. Great, healthy food. (But no wifi/no laptops allowed).
Hill Country Food Park
345 Adams StGet fried chicken take-out and have a picnic!!
Yes, everyone's favorite burger joint (minus the line-up you get in Manhattan!)
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Shake Shack
Madison AvenueYes, everyone's favorite burger joint (minus the line-up you get in Manhattan!)
Starbucks
154 N 7th StSuper convenient - right next to the subway!
Water Falls Cafe
144 Atlantic AveVery casual, middle eastern. Say hi to Ahmed (owner).
Lovely French-style bistro. $1 oyster happy hour from 4 to 7 pm.
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Chez Moi
135 Atlantic AveLovely French-style bistro. $1 oyster happy hour from 4 to 7 pm.
The Long Island Bar
110 Atlantic AveDelicious food! Great drinks, too.
Everything Else
Area Yoga & Spa
144 Montague StYoga drop in classes for $12
Key Food Supermarket
55 Fulton StGrocery store
Essentials
Perelandra Natural Food Center
175 Remsen StHealth Food Store