* by the verrazano *
Bay Ridge, Bensonhurst, Dyker Heights
Austin's Steakhouse 5th Avenue, bet. 89th & 90th St., 439-5000 * Upscale Manhattan dining and ambiance just one minute from the Verrrazano Bridge, exceptional wine celler, valet parking, reservations recommended, live entertainment fri. & sat., open for lunch mon. thru sat. 11:30-4pm featuring Brooklyn's best burger for $8.95, open for dinner mon. thru thurs. 5-10pm, fri., sat. 5-11pm, bar open 4pm-1am 7 days.
Canedo's 7316 Third Avenue, 748-1908 * Fine Northern Italian cuisine, extensive imported and domestic champagne and wine list, catering on premises, private parties for up to 70, open for lunch mon. thru fri., dinner mon. thru sun., valet parking thurs. thru sat. & holidays, all major credit cards, takeout orders welcome.
Henry grattan's 8814 Third Avenue, 833-6466 * Irish American/Continental cuisine, all entrees & desserts freshly prepared by gourmet chef Martin Bradley, open 7 days for lunch, dinner and sunday brunch, live entertainment sun. evenings, daily senior menu $9.95, daily three-course early bird dinner $19, dining room for private parties, citysearch rated.
Hunter's 9404 Fourth Avenue, 238-8899 * Steak and Ale house with American/Continental cuisine specializing in bachelor dinners, on premise OTB wagering, sun. brunch noon-3pm, open 7 days, valet parking, entertainment every fri. & sat.
nouvelle 8716 Third Avenue, 238-8250 * A new dining concept in Bay Ridge with a 5-star menu by 5-Star Executive Chef Andy Yang, formerly of Nobu and now at Nouvelle serving his signature specialties like Rack of Lamb ($19), sushi bar, outdoor garden dining, fri. & sat. late night dining, DJ in the Lounge every fri. & sat., open 7 days for lunch & dinner.
* By the bay *
Sheepshead Bay
Il fornetto 2902 Emmons Avenue, 332-8494 * Sumptuous waterside dining in Sheepshead Bay's only restaurant with a majestic view of the bay, spectacular waterfront view in The Pavilion, private banquet room in The Veranda, thoroughbred wagering in The Saratoga Room.
New CAts cafe 2027 Emmons Avenue, 332.4850 * www.newcatscafe.com * Extraordinary cuisine prepared with a “French Flair,” extensive fine wine menu, spectacular Bay view, live entertainment, open 7 days for lunch and dinner, 11am-5am.
Yiasou Estiatorio 2003 Emmons Avenue, 332-6064 * Grand Opening, grilled whole fish, steaks, chops, chicken, extensive Greek wine list, full bar, 7 days for lunch & dinner.
* North of the park *
Park Slope, Cobble Hill, Carroll Gardens, Red Hook
aroma Bagel & CAfe 520 Henry Street, 596-5555, * All baking done on premises, breakfast, lunch, dinner, catering for all occasions, corporate accounts welcome, free delivery (minimum varies), open 6am to 9pm.
Casa Rosa 384 Court Street, 625-8874 * Serving authentic southern Italian cuisine tues. thru sun., daily specials, party room available for catering.
Elora's Restaurant 272 Prospect Park West, 788-6190 * The best margarita in town, Spanish/Mexican cuisine, open 7 days lunch and dinner, free delivery ($10 minimum).
royal's downtown 215 Union Street, 923-9866 * Fine dining in a comfortable atmosphere, CIA trained chef has created a menu that combines fresh “green market” food with Italian and Spanish influence, working fireplace, Tuscan red walls and crystal lighting reminesscent of European elegance, wide selection of unique mixed drinks, one of the finest wine lists in Brooklyn, duplex event space offers perfect setting for weddings, corporate events or private parties, open mon. thru sat. from 5pm, reservations suggested.
* Smith Street *
Cobble Hill, Carroll Gardens
Chestnut 271 Smith Street, 243-0049 * www.chestnutonsmith.com * Fabulous New American cuisine served tues. thru sun. from 5:30-11pm, $25 prix fix 3-course dinner tues & wed., chef tastings; call for info, sun. brunch 11:30-3pm.
Hana Cafe of Cobble Hill 235 Smith St., 643-1963 * Brooklyn's finest sushi, all-you-can-eat sushi daily $20.95, open 7 days, lunch and dinner.
Rosemary room 250 Smith Street, 797-2939 * Grand Opening, continental cuisine, $9.95 sun. brunch 11am to 4pm, private and corporate catering.
union smith cafe 305 Smith Street, 643-3293, * Executive chef Richard Krause invites all to the Grand Opening of his American Bistro in Carroll Gardens, open seven days for brunch and dinner, mon. thru sat. 10am-11pm, sun. 10am-10pm, delivery available.
* Brooklyn Legends *
Featured in 24seven's “Brooklyn Legends Special Edition”
Monte's Since 1906, 451 Carroll Street, 624-8984 * Adorned with beautiful murals, Monte's is noted for their Shrimp a la Monte and homemade Italian cheesecake.
Maria's Since 1932, 3073 Emmons Avenue, 646-6665 * The finest Italian cuisine since 1932, outdoor dining with a view of Sheepshead Bay, extensive imported and domestic wine list , open 7 days for lunch & dinner.
new Corner, Since 1936, 7201 Eighth Avenue, 833-0800 * Specializing in Italian cuisine, lunch specials starting at $11.50, weekday dinner special $20.50, pasta for $9.50, cocktail lounge, catering, take out, open seven days.
michael's Since 1964, 2929 Avenue R, 998-7851 * Specializing in Italian-Continental cuisine, piano music nightly, free valet parking, private room for up to 200, pastry shop on premises, reservations suggested on weekends, closed Monday's.
di Fara Since 1964, 1424 Avenue J, 258-1367 * Di Fara's pizza has been rated by New York Times, Zagat, Village Voice, Forbes and Time Out New York as one of the best in the city.
Mill Basin Kosher Deli, Since 1967, 5823 Avenue T, 241-4910, www.pastrami.net * Luncheon and dinner specials daily, take out special; two hot dogs and a knish $4.99, fine art gallery and museum on premises.
Griswold's Since 1968, 7726 Third Avenue, 745-3340, www.griswoldspub.com * Traditional American steakhouse, lunch & dinner, late night dining Fri. & Sat. til 1 am, complete sunday brunch w/comp cocktail $11.95, exquisite wine list, holiday theme shows, live music, DJs, private party pkgs, best burgers in town.
Pippin's Since 1969, 9701 Third Avenue, 833-1183 * Home of the famous Pippin Burger, 20oz Delmonico for $16.95 every wed., nine flat screens.
tommaso Since 1971, 1464 86th Street, 236-9883 * Family owned for 35 years, world reknowned wine list, noon to midnight seven days, live opera wed. thru sun., daily specials, price fixed dinner menu 3 courses $25, valet parking fri. & sat.
Buckley's Since 1972 * Family owned, lunch 11:30- 4pm, mon. thru sat., dinner 5-10pm mon.-thurs., fri. and sat. 5-11pm,sun. 3:15-9pm, sun. brunch 11:30- 3pm.
Caraville Since 1972, 1910 Avenue M, 339-2540 * Italian, Greek, American specialties, $14.95 dinner special includes soup, salad, relish tray, potatoes or pasta or rice, vegetables, beverage, dessert.
Arch Diner Since 1974, 1866 Ralph Avenue, 531-3718 * Specials every day at reasonable prices, pies and cakes baked daily on premises, open 7 days, 24 hours.
La Trattoria Since 1975, 2811 Avenue U, 648-0334 * Weekly 4-course dinner specials, catering for all occasions, full bar, free parking, open for lunch and dinner 7 days.
Circles, Since 1976, 310 Bay Ridge Avenue, 748-4611 * Healthy, international dishes, 5-course early-bird menu $9.99, sat. & sun. brunch 11am-2pm, catering $7.95pp, private party room.
Laura's Gourmet Kitchen Since 1977, 1235 Prospect Avenue, 436-3715 * For more than 25 years Brooklyn's best kept secret has been making authentic Italian dishes, featuring family recipes from Genovese and Sicily, $18 dinner special seven days a week.
Sugarhill, Since 1978, 609-615 Dekalb Avenue, 797-1727 * Featuring Southern cuisine with a hint of West Indian flavoring and specializing in Southern style hickory smoke BBQ,live music four nights a week, showcasing local talent along with well-known pros.
wheeler's Since 1979,1705 Sheepshead Bay Road, 646-9320 * Featuring Brooklyn's best burgers and hot wings along with the rest of their extensive menu, state-of-the-art draft beer system, pouring out the coldest, freshest Guinness, Bass, Budweiser or Brooklyn's own Rheingold.
greenhouse cafe Since 1979, 7717 Third Avenue, 833-8200, www.greenhousecafe.com * American/continental cuisine, complete lunch $11.95 mon.-sat., complete 3-course sun. brunch w/unlimited brunch cocktails $25 (tax & tip not included), 4 rooms for private parties, large banquet room, piano room, atrium & cappucino cafe, valet parking weekends.
Casa pepe Since 1980, 114 Bay Ridge Avenue * 833-8865 * www.casapepe.com * Open for lunch and dinner, outdoor garden dining, all you can eat Sunday brunch buffet $14.95, private party menu starting at $14.95 pp, fresh seafood daily, spanish wines & port.
Aunt Suzie Since 1982, 247 Fifth Avenue, 788-Aunt * Casual Italian dining in the cooking style of the grand masters; Grandma & Grandpa, generous portions at moderate prices, free delivery 6-10pm, Park Slope only.
