Williamsburg, Brooklyn

Maison Premier

I rarely make it through a day in Williamsburg without trying to wander into Maison Premier. On and off the World’s 50 Best list for their cocktails. They have a whole absinthe menu. I cannot emphasize enough, if you are here you must get the scallop crudo, it is so special. Order oysters a la carte, the bread and kelp butter is delightful, AND they have an absinthe crème brûlée! Really cool bar team here and a beautiful spot to walk in for some snacks or fully ball out and dive in.

Fresh Kills

Fresh Kills is dope. A Milk & Honey style menu-less speakeasy. Place is full of pros. I also love this coaster situation pictured.

Ensenada

Maybe once a year I have a meal that, in that moment, I know I will remember it for the rest of my life. Ensenada was this year’s. I had no idea what to expect here, I absolutely loved the decor of the space and grabbed dinner at the bar. We had a delicious ceviche, so much mezcal and a whole fish. They had a fizzy concord grape cocktail on the menu that blew me away. They have SO MANY mezcal options and you can do Mezcal flights! I cannot wait to go back. Chef Luis was nominated for a James Beard Award this year and it was very obvious why at Ensenada. They are also always doing cool collabs and pop ups!

El Nico

As a Leo Robitscheck fan girlie, I ran to El Nico the moment it opened. I was so excited to see a riff on his Tomato on the Vine cocktail on the menu from his Nomad cocktail book. This space is so open on beautiful and has STUNNING views of the skyline. Indoor & outdoor seating and cool pop ups always!

Talea Beer

Girl beer, cheese boards, cute activities, fun themed nights.
We love a woman owned business. Great place to hang all day with a dog and make friends!

Allswell

Bruh look at that chicken sandwich.
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Goodthanks, Brooklyn

Cute Australian Cafe/Wine Bar in East Williamsburg. Incredible brunch & chill dinner vibes, they also just opened a spot in the LES! The Caesar Salad with Chicken Schnitzel. It’s important.

Excited about:

Haven’t made it to these spots yet but looking forward to them!

  • Lillistar - Legendary bartending queen Christine Wiseman opened this one!

  • Bar Madonna

  • OhBoy! BK - They have a riff on a McGriddle that went viral and I really want to try it.

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Disclaimer

***I have been making these lists for my friends when they come into town or for friends who have family visiting. The intention is truly to showcase some spots I find incredible and support the friends I have made along the way! All opinions are my own, and if there is anything at all in here that is wrong or offensive to anyone at all, or you hate a picture or want to be removed, please let me know.
This is fully for good vibes & good tastes only!***