Sofi's Guidebook
Scenic/park hang
It’s a beautiful spot by the water overlooking the Williamsburg bridge and Manhattan. Go for a walk, bring a book and read on one of the benches, have a picnic on the lawn, play volleyball or do an early morning workout in the park.
Great view at night as well of the New York skyline.
432 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Domino Park
15 Kent AveIt’s a beautiful spot by the water overlooking the Williamsburg bridge and Manhattan. Go for a walk, bring a book and read on one of the benches, have a picnic on the lawn, play volleyball or do an early morning workout in the park.
Great view at night as well of the New York skyline.
Go to McCarren park for a stroll, a picnic and a workout. Good spot for both people and dog watching.
798 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
McCarren Park
776 Lorimer StGo to McCarren park for a stroll, a picnic and a workout. Good spot for both people and dog watching.
Food scene
Really cool spot to go for a nice cocktail with spectacular views.
11 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
The Water Tower Bar
96 Wythe AveReally cool spot to go for a nice cocktail with spectacular views.
If you’re into steaks then this New York institution is the place to go. Book long in advance as tables are hard to come by.
503 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Peter Luger Steak House
178 BroadwayIf you’re into steaks then this New York institution is the place to go. Book long in advance as tables are hard to come by.
Oyster and cocktail bar on Bedford avenue. Get a seat by the bar and order the pina colada served in a coconut or one of their other exquisite cocktails. There is also a lush garden at the back. Book in advance!
522 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Maison Premiere
298 Bedford AveOyster and cocktail bar on Bedford avenue. Get a seat by the bar and order the pina colada served in a coconut or one of their other exquisite cocktails. There is also a lush garden at the back. Book in advance!
Cute French restaurant perfect for a casual date. In the evening the rooftop bar is open.
149 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Juliette
135 N 5th StCute French restaurant perfect for a casual date. In the evening the rooftop bar is open.
Roberta’s is famous for their pizza. Even people from Manhattan used to pilgrimage to their location in the depths of Brooklyn (Bushwick). Luckily though they just opened a more convenient location in Williamsburg by the water.
1621 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Roberta's
261 Moore StRoberta’s is famous for their pizza. Even people from Manhattan used to pilgrimage to their location in the depths of Brooklyn (Bushwick). Luckily though they just opened a more convenient location in Williamsburg by the water.
The IT place for fine dining in Williamsburg. Lilia is a beautiful restaurant featuring famous chef Missy Robbins and is great dating spot for a romantic dinner.
190 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Lilia
567 Union AveThe IT place for fine dining in Williamsburg. Lilia is a beautiful restaurant featuring famous chef Missy Robbins and is great dating spot for a romantic dinner.
Contemporary chic Italian restaurant down by domino park inspired by simple Italian cooking. Try the fried artichoke salad or the pork ragú.
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Misi
329 Kent AveContemporary chic Italian restaurant down by domino park inspired by simple Italian cooking. Try the fried artichoke salad or the pork ragú.
Legit one of the best places for coffee in Williamsburg. Makes a delicious latte and if you’re snacks the breakfast burrito is great. If diet is not an issue indulge in their almond croissant.
18 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Northerly Coffee
181 Havemeyer StLegit one of the best places for coffee in Williamsburg. Makes a delicious latte and if you’re snacks the breakfast burrito is great. If diet is not an issue indulge in their almond croissant.
Indoor/outdoor venue sobre masa is a great place to just chill out or get work done. Venture down with your laptop early to get a good spot. Equipped with wifi, power outlets and a tasty menu.
Sobre Masa
53 BroadwayIndoor/outdoor venue sobre masa is a great place to just chill out or get work done. Venture down with your laptop early to get a good spot. Equipped with wifi, power outlets and a tasty menu.
If you’re into drinking beer check out this iconic spot and do a tasting.
456 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Brooklyn Brewery
79 N 11th StIf you’re into drinking beer check out this iconic spot and do a tasting.
For when you just want to have a really tasty burger. Not particularly cheap but very delicious!
10 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Juanchi's Burger
225 S 1st StFor when you just want to have a really tasty burger. Not particularly cheap but very delicious!
Fancy rooftop bar located in the William Vale. Go for the view and a delicious cocktail.
128 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Westlight
111 N 12th StFancy rooftop bar located in the William Vale. Go for the view and a delicious cocktail.
Must go to place. Great rooftop venue with a pool and bar. On the roof there is a second bar in a water tower that is super cool and also worth a visit.
53 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
The Williamsburg Hotel
96 Wythe AveMust go to place. Great rooftop venue with a pool and bar. On the roof there is a second bar in a water tower that is super cool and also worth a visit.
Cute wine bar with indoor and outdoor seating. Sip some wine and if you’re feeling snacky you can order one of their small dishes or a full dinner.
89 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
The Four Horsemen
295 Grand StCute wine bar with indoor and outdoor seating. Sip some wine and if you’re feeling snacky you can order one of their small dishes or a full dinner.
Workout
Indoor and outdoor tennis courts available next to McCarren park. Book courts online.
20 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
McCarren Park Tennis Courts
50 Bedford AveIndoor and outdoor tennis courts available next to McCarren park. Book courts online.
You can do multiple activities here. Go for a leisurely stroll or run along the footpath overlooking the water, do yoga or a workout on the lawn (it’s a good spot to find a personal trainer, just head down there in the AM. Free yoga classes on Monday’s and Wednesday’s at 9am), play volleyball on the court next to the lawn.
432 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Domino Park
15 Kent AveYou can do multiple activities here. Go for a leisurely stroll or run along the footpath overlooking the water, do yoga or a workout on the lawn (it’s a good spot to find a personal trainer, just head down there in the AM. Free yoga classes on Monday’s and Wednesday’s at 9am), play volleyball on the court next to the lawn.
Great escape on a hot humid New York day. Take a few laps in the public pool by McCarren park.
798 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
McCarren Park
776 Lorimer StGreat escape on a hot humid New York day. Take a few laps in the public pool by McCarren park.
Sightseeing
Have you even been to Brooklyn if you haven’t crossed the Williamsburg bridge? I think not. Get your trainers on and take a walk across the bridge and enjoy the Manhattan skyline. If you get tired and don’t want to cross it twice you can always take the subway or a citibike back.
387 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Puente Williamsburg
70 Williamsburg Bridge Bicycle PathHave you even been to Brooklyn if you haven’t crossed the Williamsburg bridge? I think not. Get your trainers on and take a walk across the bridge and enjoy the Manhattan skyline. If you get tired and don’t want to cross it twice you can always take the subway or a citibike back.
Movies
Up for a good movie - Head to the Williamsburg cinema, get some popcorn and a drink and watch the latest release.
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Williamsburg Cinemas
217 Grand StUp for a good movie - Head to the Williamsburg cinema, get some popcorn and a drink and watch the latest release.
Want to watch a movie while simultaneously gazing at the Manhattan skyline views? Drive your car or rent a chair at the skyline drive. It’s in the village next door - greenpoint.
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Skyline Drive In NYC
1 Oak StWant to watch a movie while simultaneously gazing at the Manhattan skyline views? Drive your car or rent a chair at the skyline drive. It’s in the village next door - greenpoint.