Location: Red Hook
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It seems like most folks have a grandmother, great-uncle or some other distant relative that used to live in Brooklyn, or perhaps a friend that lives there now. In the early 1900s, it was a mecca for immigrants arriving via Ellis Island. A hundred years later, young professionals and artists left pricey Manhattan digs for Brooklyn's cheaper and more expansive space. Neighborhoods like Brooklyn Heights and Park Slope, which had fallen into disrepair over the years, were restored and reborn as funky enclaves. Walk or bike over the historic Brooklyn Bridge (or ride the subway) to Brooklyn Heights for a stroll along the Promenade and breathtaking views of the Manhattan skyline. Meander through Prospect Park and the Brooklyn Botanical Gardens for a taste of nature in the urban wilds. Catch a performance at the world-famous Brooklyn Academy of Music. From the delicious Italian restaurants of Bensonhurst to the Irish bars that line the avenues of Bay Ridge, from the hotdogs and rollercoasters of Coney Island to the bagels and handball courts of Greenpoint, Brooklyn is a state of mind as well as a dynamic community. Discover why, no matter where people move on to, they remain Brooklynites at heart.
Restaurants in Brooklyn
1. Raaka Chocolate
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 83 reviews
We craft chocolate from bean to bar in Red Hook, Brooklyn. This is our factory! You can stop by any time to try our chocolates, or schedule a formal tour and tasting on our website. We also offer chocolate-making classes almost every Saturday. You'll taste the wide variety of bean flavors across the world, load our stone grinders with your own ingredients and mold your own bars.
2. Van Brunt Stillhouse
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 8 reviews
Distillery Tours and Whiskey Tastings. Handcrafted whiskey made in Brooklyn with locally sourced grains. Craft cocktails served in the bar with seasonal cocktail menu and a cocktail of the week. Distillery Tours are aprox 1 hour long and include a whiskey tasting. Located in the heart of Red Hook, Brooklyn,
3. Lillie's
4. Waterfront Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 5 reviews
5. Louis Valentino, Jr. Park and Pier
6. Dry Dock Wine & Spirits
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4.5 based on 3 reviews
7. Pioneer Works
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4.5 based on 10 reviews
Reviewed By runupit - New York City, United States
Janna Levin brings some of the best scientific minds here to discuss the latest developments in genetics, medicine, physics, and robotics. Accessible from Manhattan by ferry with great barbecue just a few blocks away. Free, donations accepted. Science and Art meet here. A great place for a cerebral date.
8. Shipwrecked
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 18 reviews
New York City's theatrical indoor miniature golf course and immersive mini-escape rooms! Fun for all ages!
Reviewed By BaseCampMaine
We had a great time on our 'male bonding' night out; four of us from different parts of the country in town for a wedding, and this was a nice way to catch-up while having fun! Staff at the Escape Room were fun and helpful (mini golf girl less-so), and the Indiana Jones-style room was well done. Would like to try the other rooms in the future!
9. BWAC Brooklyn Waterfront Artist Coalition
10. Cacao Prieto
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 21 reviews
Cacao Prieto is a full beans to bar chocolate factory, using cacao sourced from the Dominican Rebublic to make delicious dark chocolate. In partner with our sister company located in the same building we also produce a almost sinful cacao rum. The building we call home is also a beautiful place to stop in for some shade as you walk around the urban seaside town of Redhook. All chocolate processing is done during the weekdays with tours and retail on the weekends.
