Hudson Wilder is a unique design studio, showroom, and café located in Brooklyn's Dumbo district. Explore their collection of sophisticated glassware and tableware, as well as art books and artworks on display. Enjoy carefully selected coffee and light bites in this beautifully curated space.
Apollo Bagels," the new sensation sweeping the streets of New York, is taking the bagel scene by storm. Both the East Village and West Village locations see long lines forming every morning, and its popularity continues to grow among locals and tourists alike. The craze has now reached Brooklyn, and in January 2025, a new store finally opened its doors in Williamsburg.
LEON'S BAGELS opened at the end of 2023 along Bedford Avenue in Williamsburg and quickly became a popular store with long lines of customers every day. With a clean white exterior and a simple, yet striking green logo under the eaves, it is hard to believe that this is a bagel store, but the store has a sophisticated appearance. The first store opened in Manhattan's Greenwich Village, and a second store opened soon after in Williamsburg. The name LEON, which is also used in the store name, was inspired by the owner's grandfather, who valued community. The store's theme is "Nothing Fancy," based on the belief that only simple and delicious bagels can unite people, and stylish original goods such as key chains, caps, and tote bags with the words "Nothing Fancy" designed on them are also available for sale.
There is a cake store run by a Japanese patissier in DUMBO, a popular tourist spot in Brooklyn. Located on the first floor of an old building at the foot of the Brooklyn Bridge, Burrow is a well-known store among those in the know, and the name "Burrow" means a small cave where foxes and rabbits live. With no signage, one might be tempted to walk past the shop due to its lack of presence, but once inside the building, one can see that the shop is constantly visited by customers, indicating that it is well-liked by the locals. The white interior has a solid impression of cleanliness with no unnecessary decoration, and the showcase next to the cash register is always stocked with freshly made cakes, cookies, and scones. The cookies are available in many varieties and are priced at a pleasant $5 for two. The Mont Blanc is a little expensive at $8, but the meringue base is crispy and the melt-in-your-mouth cream is surprisingly well-balanced and satisfying. The pastries are freshly made every morning, and strawberry shortcake can be purchased in whole portions if you make a reservation in advance. Hours of operation are limited to Tuesday through Friday from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., so be sure to check back when you visit!
Newly opened in Williamsburg is a great new pasta restaurant. The owner-chef is Missy Robbins, also known as one of New York's best chefs; her first restaurant, Lilia, opened in 2016, and Misi, which opened in 2018, is still the most difficult restaurant to get a reservation at in New York City The restaurant is still talked about as one of the best restaurants in the city. The third such restaurant by Missy Robbins is Misi Pasta on the Williamsburg waterfront. The windows facing the street allow diners to watch the artisans at work, and they are captivated by the skillful craftsmanship and freshly made pasta. The restaurant has a counter table with a few seats, and an open-air terrace at the back of the restaurant. The most popular menu item is the freshly made pasta. The spaghetti with breadcrumbs and bottarga is especially popular. You can enjoy the taste of the restaurant at home again. If it is difficult to eat in, we hope you will take these items home to enjoy authentic Italian cuisine at home.
This upscale patisserie is located on the border of Manhattan's Soho and West Village neighborhoods. Upon opening the striking blue door, you will be greeted by a beautiful jewel-like display of sweets, including Danish bread with its wavy form and cakes filled in glass jars with beautiful layers. The store has an eat-in area with several seats where customers can enjoy champagne, wine, and teas that can only be found in France. The interior design is all imported from France, so you can enjoy an authentic French atmosphere while in New York. It is open until midnight, so it is recommended to visit for dessert after a night of drinking.
Partners Coffee is located less than one block short of the Bedford Ave station in Williamsburg. Originally named Toby's Estate, the store changed its name to Partners Coffee in 2019 and has become one of Williamsburg's most popular coffee shops. There is a roasting machine in the back of the store, where all of Partners Coffee's coffee is roasted. There are 15 varieties of coffee beans in total. The beans are named after their place of origin, such as Egypt or Ethiopia, as well as Manhattan or Brooklyn, making them ideal as New York City souvenirs. In addition to the Williamsburg location, there are four other stores in Long Island City, West Village, and Midtown West. In addition to pastries, they also sell cute original goods. We hope you will find your favorite coffee at this famous store loved by coffee lovers.
This restaurant offers authentic cuisine from Georgia, which is considered the easternmost country in Europe. The cheese boat that gives the restaurant its name is a Georgian specialty called khachapuri. The boat-shaped bread dough is topped with a generous amount of cheese and butter, baked, and then topped with an egg to make it look quite photogenic. In addition to cheese boats, you can also enjoy borscht, a local dish of Ukraine, Khinkali(Georgia's small basket), Georgian wine, and other dishes, allowing you to enjoy Georgian cuisine to the fullest.
A coffee shop run by Taylor and Rachel. Located right next to Supreme in Williamsburg, the store is crowded on weekends with hip young people carrying Supreme store bags. The coffee menu is very simple, and pastries such as cookies, croissants, and pound cake are available next to the cash register. The home-roasted coffee is delicious, of course, but the most important thing is that Rachel's customer service is very pleasant. Her attitude toward customer service is one of the reasons for the store's popularity. Although the Williamsburg location is the only store, they are actively collaborating with NIKE and VANS and are attracting attention from street brands, so we look forward to their future activities.
An authentic French bakery in Williamsburg. The store is marked by the bicycle logo and is so popular that customers line up early in the morning. Stores are located in the popular areas of Williamsburg, Fort Greene, and Carroll Gardens, and are open Tuesday through Sunday from 8:00 am to 1:00 pm. There are many places to window shop around the store, and a short walk will take you to McCarren Park and Domino's Park. We recommend that you buy bread early in the morning, have breakfast while picnicking in the park, and then take your time to go sightseeing and shopping in the Williamsburg area!
Since its establishment in 1995, this famous cookie store has been loved by New Yorkers for more than 20 years. Since opening its first store on Manhattan's Upper West Side, it now has six stores in New York City, with additional stores in LA, Chicago, and other cities, and is said to be the best cookie in the world. There are seven varieties of cookies in total for $5 each (gluten-free cookies are $6). The Manhattan store is always crowded on the weekends, so the best time to visit is in the morning on weekdays, but the Williamsburg store is spacious and relatively relaxing on weekends. Recommended for a quick energy boost between strolls in Brooklyn!
This Paulish bakery is located not far from the Bedford Ave station. Hard breads such as loaf bread, brioche, and campagne are beautifully displayed against the wall, and cream puffs and doughnuts are lined up in the showcase, all looking delicious. In addition, prepared dishes from Paulish are sold, and the store is crowded with people who seem to be Europeans at lunch time. The prices are reasonable, so if you are in the neighborhood, you should definitely enjoy authentic Polish cuisine.
Gelato store established in 1880. You can enjoy homemade Italian gelato that has been passed down from generation to generation since its establishment. While they have an extensive menu of gelato alone, you can also taste cakes, tarts, croissants, and more. All of them are very tasty and beautiful to look at, and highly recommended. They operate four stores in New York alone.
The coffee, made from carefully selected fresh coffee beans imported directly from Colombia, has a moderate bitterness and fruity flavor. The spacious space with light pouring in through the skylight is very comfortable and is always full. The design of the coffee beans and other goods is as nice as the space itself, and since wifi is available, this is a recommended cafe where you can work at your leisure.
This ice cream store is the creative force behind Sam Mason, known as the opening pastry chef for the Michelin-starred WD~50, nominated for a James Beard Award and named Rising Star Chef. He has created over 500 flavors and has improved on traditional tastes, and all of his ice creams are delicious and the packaging and store designs are very cute. The popular store has 10 stores in New York City and other cities.
This hot spot consists of three spaces: a music space, a record and book store, and a restaurant and café, all marked by an "R" symbol with eyes, located about a 10-minute walk from the Bergen St. station in Brooklyn. The music space hosts many music events, including various gigs and performances, and the restaurant offers a vegan menu. All of these spaces are spacious and very comfortable. This is one of the places where New York culture with a focus on music originates
This famous brunch restaurant is located about a 10-minute walk from the Bedford Ave station, Williamsburg's main train station, on the Riverside side of the city. The restaurant's wood-framed interior is well-lit and open, and the large wood-fired oven in the open kitchen is impressive. The restaurant is always crowded with customers, even on weekdays. The menu, which is a modern arrangement of classic American dishes, is beautiful to look at, and hamburgers, French onion soup, shakshuka, and other dishes are popular. The bread used for the dishes is all baked in a wood-fired oven and is crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside. The most popular item on the menu is the pancake. The pancakes are filled with hazelnut praline sauce, and despite their sweet appearance, they are moderately sweet, giving them a new taste sensation unlike anything you have ever tasted before. The pancake is not fluffy, but rather moist and thick, so even just one pancake is enough to satisfy your taste buds. The staff is also very friendly and helpful, making for a pleasant brunch experience. Nearby are Domino Park and the Williamsburg Bridge, so you can enjoy the relaxed atmosphere of Brooklyn while taking an after-dinner stroll.
Jack's Wife Freda is very popular in New York City as a famous brunch restaurant founded in Manhattan, New York. In Japan, it will open its first restaurant in Asakusa's newest landmark, Tokyo mizumachi, in 2020. The restaurant offers South African-Israeli immigrant cuisine in New York City and a lineup of healthy dishes that look stylish, such as green shakshuka, a new brunch staple.
Fany Gerson, the founder of Dough, the donut store that became a cult favorite in Brooklyn and took New York City by storm, has opened a new donut store between Clinton Hill and Bed-Stuy in 2020. The dough for the donuts is made with yeast and is fluffy, soft, and more like bread than a juicy donut.
Located in Greenpoint, Brooklyn, Frankel's is famous for its sandwiches and bagels. The Frankel brothers opened the restaurant in 2016, and it quickly became a hot spot with numerous media mentions. This popular store is always crowded with customers for its hearty sandwiches and bagels.
The café, with a sign that reads BAGEL in Futura typeface, offers organic bagels and coffee to-go, including vegan and gluten-free bagels, and 40% of the profit from Angels cafe is donated to our non-profit affiliate, the North Brooklyn Angels to help feed their neighbors.
Introducing Joe's Pizza, a long-established and famous pizza restaurant visited by celebrities for more than 47 years since its first store opened in Manhattan's Greenwich Village in 1975. Today, there are several locations in New York City, and all of them are always crowded. In the movie "Spider-Man 2," the main character worked part-time at Joe's Pizza, which made it a world-famous restaurant.
Blank Street is a New York coffee start-up that was born out of a partnership between one NYU and one Columbia University student. The duo is innovating ways to cut unnecessary costs, while still serving up the quality and experience of other boutique coffee shops. Their brick-and-mortar spaces are super tiny, and often portable, and their espresso machine automatic, rather than manual. This allows them to sneak their mobile storefronts into already developed, trending spots, and not waste exorbitant costs on training staff. The Dumbo location features one of their zero-emission, mint-colored carts and is set in a green space with public seating.
Bergen Bagels has three locations in Brooklyn, with the main store located in front of Bergen st station, not far from Barclays Center. The bagels are extremely inexpensive at $1.50 each, and gluten-free bagels are also available. This famous store is loved by locals and is always crowded with people. Once you go there, you will definitely want to go back!
SEY is a Brooklyn-based coffee roastery. Depending on the season, they source beans from Ethiopia, Mexico, Costa Rica, Honduras, and other places around the world. While focusing mainly on wholesale, they also operate a café on Gratton Street in Bushwick, where young artists gather. In addition to coffee, they also have rare teas and pastries. You can see many murals, a characteristic of Bushwick, in this area, so I recommend buying a cup of coffee and taking a walk. Unusually in the U.S., SEY does not require tipping.
Bagel Point is an established bagel shop in Greenpoint that has been in business since 1977. Bagel Point uses carefully selected ingredients, including organic eggs, organic coffee, and unbleached flour, with the health of their customers in mind. In addition to several types of bagels, the shop also offers a selection of sandwiches, paninis, and acai balls. The restaurant is also vegan-friendly, with vegan sandwiches and a vegan breakfast menu.
Russ & Daughters, a long-established bagel shop in NYC for over 100 years, was founded in 1907 when Joel Russ moved to NYC from Poland and started selling marinated herring and smoked salmon on the Lower East Side. Joel had no sons and ran the store with his three daughters, hence the name &Daughters in the store name. Currently, the fourth generation has taken over the store, and the fact that the store has been in business for over 100 years in New York, a city undergoing rapid changes, is proof of its stable quality and continued popularity among the locals. They currently operate three stores in New York.
Playground Coffee Shop is located on Bedford Av, the main street of Bed-Stuy, and is the center of the community. It is not just a coffee shop, but a new type of coffee shop that transcends the boundaries of coffee shops and works to transform the Bed-Stuy neighborhood.
This long-established doughnut store has been in Greenpoint, Brooklyn for over 60 years.
Opening at 4:30 in the morning on weekdays and at 5:00 on weekends, this extremely popular store is constantly crowded with people from early in the morning. The green and pink uniforms worn by the female staff are very cute. In the movie "Spider-Man: No Way Home," the store also appears as the donut store where Zendaya works, wearing the exact same uniform. The donuts are extremely inexpensive at $1.25 each. Since it is a popular store, some donuts are sold out in the evening, so if you want to try many kinds, it is recommended to go early in the day. No credit cards are accepted, cash only, so don't forget to bring cash!
Derived from the "dépanneur," or Quebec-style corner store, Dépanneur is a quaint general store, located in North Williamsburg. In addition to coffee and a wide variety of sandwiches and pastries, the well-stocked, upscale bodega, carries household items such as soap and detergent, unique chocolates and beers, small fine groceries, like cured meats and cheeses, and flowers. Seating inside is limited, but they have tables and chairs on the adjacent sidewalk.
land to sea is a coffee shop and community creative venue in East Williamsburg. Founded by Em and Eva, the woman-owned space is dedicated to supporting immigrant culture and artists of color. The interior is designed to reflect Hong Kong's social scene and nightlife, and the cafe also serves Hong Kong and Chinese-style pastries. land to sea collaborates with artists, the most recent being Jane Park, a Korean-Canadian textile artist, whose woven and knit work is displayed throughout the shop. Limited pieces are available for sale.
Tucked away below the Williamsburg Bridge, the Butler on S 5 St is a popular brunch spot among its neighbors. The cafe has an upbeat vibe and trendy decor, and its health-conscious menu caters to those with food restrictions. Gluten-free and vegan options are clearly marked. Their acai bowl is worth a mention - not too sweet and very crunchy, with cacao bits and pistachios.
Known for its nighttime party scene, Freehold also has an enjoyable cafe, perfect for relaxing. While the menu is quite standard, lots of sunlight pours in through massive windows, brightening up the warm interior and lightening up the mood. The space is furnished with comfy chairs, pillows, and low tables - ideal for conversations, but not necessarily for working. It is located just one block away from the East River, Domino Park, and spectacular views of the Williamsburg Bridge.
Northerly Coffee is purely a coffee shop - a vibe in and of itself. Located next to a record shop, the focus is simply on coffee. Rather than eating or socializing, it's a good spot to enjoy a quiet cup of coffee alone. It's usually quiet, and, being near the Marcy JMZ, most people take their coffee to go. In fact, they provide cute stickers to place over your lid, to keep your coffee from spilling out during your commute.
Located on Greenpoint’s Manhattan Ave, Odd Fox Coffee is a low-key coffee shop with an antique, yet minimalistic flair. Lamps, empty picture frames, and vintage posters are neatly placed throughout the spacious, dimly-lit interior. The inside of the shop is quiet - mostly solos, not many groups chatting - making it ideal to focus and get work done. The staff is exceedingly welcoming and friendly, and they don’t give you looks if you linger for just a bit too long. There is also a garden in the backyard.
A Brooklyn-based store specializing in traditional and classic cupcakes. At only $3 to $5 each, they make the perfect souvenir. In addition to cupcakes, the shop also offers sliced cakes, puddings, and other sweets, as well as croissants, pretzels, and other pastries. The pink boxes for takeout are really cute.
Dun-Well Doughnuts is an all vegan donut shop. Located right off the Montrose L in East Williamsburg, the shop is filled with vintage decor and the strong aroma of freshly baked donuts and roasted coffee beans. Dun-Well rotates 200 varieties of donuts, which are super thick and pair well with their slightly bitter, nutty flavored espresso. There aren't a ton of other attractions nearby, but the shop, which has also been featured on the Food Network channel, still draws a good amount of visitors from outside of the neighborhood.
Cake shop opened in 2015 in the BOERUM HILL area. The store is always crowded with customers and is a popular store loved by local residents. There is also a branch in Times Square in Manhattan, which is very popular among tourists as the best cheesecake in New York. We hope you will enjoy the relaxed atmosphere of the Brooklyn main store, which is completely different from the Manhattan store.
Italian cafe located near the Metropolitan Lorimer Station in Williamsburg. A variety of freshly baked Italian breads, pastries, and cheeses are available at the store, as well as imported dried and canned foods. In addition, they serve espresso drinks and simple Italian dishes such as pasta, sandwiches, and pizza. Open from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m., it is a place to relax with a cup of coffee any time of the day. There is a large seating area and free WIFI.
World Famous Deli is a popular deli loved by the neighborhood. They have paninis, burgers, and the most recommended are their grilled chicken wrap sandwiches and chicken over rice. The chicken over rice here is arguably the best in NYC! The only place in NY where you can get chicken over rice with soup for under $10 is World Famous Deli!
Located on Hooper Street in a quiet residential neighborhood in South Williamsburg, AlignCoffee / Crepe Master offers a variety of healthy options. In addition to coffee, they offer vegan smoothies and gluten-free crepes. Recently, they added to their menu the Chagaccino, made with chaga mushrooms. Many people order it as a healthier alternative option to coffee.
A specialty pie store that opened in Brooklyn in 2010. The Salt Caramel Pie and the Salty Honey Pie, both made with apples, are their signature pies, but the Matcha Pie and the Hojicha Pie, made in collaboration with Ippodo, are also very popular. They are perfect for home parties.
Hungry Ghost is a New York coffee shop that has 13 locations throughout Brooklyn and Manhattan. Founded in 2012 by a Turkish immigrant in Prospect Heights, it has grown into a warm community spot in each respective location. Hungry Ghost partners with Stumptown Coffee, as well as other local businesses, to serve high-quality beans and food to their patrons. The East Williamsburg location is usually crowded, but quiet. If you can find a seat, the warm, yet focused, atmosphere lends itself to concentrating on work for several hours.
Rather than a commercial cafe, MAISON du TSURU has an atmosphere reminiscent of a home-like kitchen. Tucked away on a quiet street in East Williamsburg, it's a spot that even those in the neighborhood might not know of, but the bright-colored exterior is very inviting and the staff is exceedingly warm and friendly. They serve La Colombe beans and have a small selection of sweets and pastries, like macarons.
Corto is an Italian coffee bar, tucked away on Halsey Street in Bedstuy. A short walk from the Nostrand Ave station and steps away fom Potomac playground, the surrounding area is primarily residential and the shop caters to locals. While most customers order coffee, Corto also serves wine and cocktails, along with simple plates, such as Italian meats and cheeses, sandwiches, soups, and parfaits. In the back of the coffee bar is a heated, covered garden with greenery and plenty of seating - the perfect spot to enjoy a drink outdoors, even in winter or on rainy days.
Baked in Brooklyn is located on the west side of Greenwood Cemetery, a historic cemetery in New York where the famous artist Basquiat is buried. There is a huge bakery at the back of the store, and you can actually see the bakery in action. They have a wide variety of breads and sandwiches, which are freshly baked and sandwiched to order. A short walk from Baked in Brooklyn takes you to the area called Sunset Park, where land prices have been rising recently, and then to the Industry City complex. In the corner of Industry City, there is an area called Japan Village, where you can find Japanese food products at Sunrise Mart and a food hall with Japanese restaurants. There are many people who travel from Manhattan to visit Japan Village. It is about a 30-minute subway ride from Manhattan, so a good course is to have breakfast at Baked in Brooklyn, do a little sightseeing at Greenwood Cemetery, go shopping at Industry City, and then return home.
