Balera: Coastal Italian Cooking With a Disco Ball in Williamsburg

Balera, at 442 Graham Avenue in Williamsburg, pairs the cooking of the Italian coast with the look and mood of a disco Vinyl records and retro accents line the room, and a shimmering disco ball hangs over the tables, giving the place a playful tone. The pizzas are the headline: Mattarello pies, thin and crisp, with plenty of flavor on top The other dish to know is Pastanero, a fried pasta preparation The drinks side adds creative cocktails and a list of Italian wines, so a meal can run from a first glass to a late one. Balera is open Monday through Thursday from 5:30 to 10:00 pm, Friday and Saturday from 5:30 pm to 12:30 am, and Sunday from 5:00 to 10:00 pm The late weekend hours make it a workable choice after a show or a long walk down Graham An events page on its website points to private gatherings, which suits small groups looking for a room with some personality For anyone in Brooklyn who wants pizza, music-minded decor and a good drink in one stop, Balera fits the bill.