Meat Hook Burger Shop is a takeout spot in Williamsburg that serves one of the best burgers anywhere in the city.

Burgie’s is a counter-service burger spot in East Williamsburg from the team behind Roberta’s.

Joy Choy Pastry is an at-home bakery in Clinton Hill run my an ex-Gramercy Tavern chef.

Fox Bread Bakery is a takeout-only spot run by an ex-Le Coucou chef in Crown Heights.

Love, Nelly is a Columbian bakery in Bushwick offering fresh takes on classic empanada flavors like kolache and chickpea curry.

High Low Beverage Company is a bar in Bushwick that also happens to serve excellent Vietnamese-American dishes on weekends.

Le Petit Monstre is a vegan bakery in Clinton Hill where you can get kouign amann on weekends.

Leo is the best pizza place in Williamsburg, especially if you’re into sourdough pies and natural wine.

The Awkward Scone moved to Bed-Stuy and got a new name. Ursula makes the best breakfast burritos in Brooklyn. Get a side of chile.

Kokomo is a Caribbean restaurant in Williamsburg with great Happy Hour specials and a popular bottomless brunch on weekends.

Guevara’s is an excellent vegan cafe and market in Clinton Hill.

Leland Eating & Drinking House serves excellent small plates, fresh focaccia, and hot cocktails from its corner shop in Prospect Heights.

Roberta’s is a pizza place in Bushwick that kickstarted a Neapolitan pie movement in NYC and then started selling frozen pizzas nationwide.

Back Alley Bread is an excellent delivery-only bakery based in Ditmas Park.

Fan Fan Doughnuts is a specialty doughnut shop in Bed-Stuy.

Santo Bruklin is a casual Brazilian spot in Carroll Gardens with a nice backyard and some of the best pão de queijo in NYC.