Elizabeth & Jesse
Things To Do
Brooklyn Boulders Queensbridge
Great mix of top rope and bouldering...Liz may or may not have nearly broken her ankle here, but that totally won't happen to you.
Frankies 457 Spuntino
One of our favorite restaurants, and the place that we went to on the night that we first moved into our apartment (and then several other times afterwards)
Prospect Park
Do we really need to explain why you should go.
SriPraPhai
Incredible and inexpensive Thai food. We went here the same day that Liz nearly broke her ankle bouldering, and it made her feel much better!
Fifth Hammer Brewing Company
Because who doesn't love craft beer?!?
Rockaway Brewing Company
Another local brewery. And they have a brewery cat that just chills in the tasting room
Big aLICe Brewing
Good beer. Nuff said.
SingleCut Beersmiths
Liz's favorite taproom.
Other Half Brewing Company
Where we rang in Liz's 30th year of life.
Grimm Artisanal Ales
Don't be put off by the neighborhood. This is one of the better taprooms in NYC.
The Noguchi Museum
We like art. If you like art, you should go to the Noguchi.
Socrates Sculpture Park
Cool outdoor sculpture park with a rotating group of exhibits.
Court Street Grocers
Delightful, massive sandwiches. And it's only a few blocks away from Other Half Brewing.
Brooklyn Bridge Park
Because you're tourists and you're probably going to do it anyway. Pro Tip: Don't wait in line for Julianna's Pizza. Pick up a pie and then eat it in the park taking in the view of the Manhattan skyline.
Juliana's
Delicious pizza. There will be a line to dine in, but we recommend picking up a pie to-go (no wait) and eat it in Brooklyn Bridge Park. You're welcome.
Ops
Pretty safe to say that this is our favorite pizza in NYC. Also best calzone we've ever eaten (and we've eaten many).
The Gatehouses
This is the tasting room for the King's County Distillery (which does free tours on Sunday). But stop by The Gatehouse anytime for great whiskey and cocktails. We used to live down the street and went too many times to count.
Vinegar Hill House
We're not sweet brunch people, but you MUST get the pancakes here (you can order just one instead of getting an entire stack). And if they have the cast iron skillet cornbread, do yourself a favo(u)r and get that too. Also, this is the location of one of our first dates ever.
The Gutter Bar LIC
Arcade games, beer, hotdogs, and bowling. Also the site of our first fight.
Takumen
You wouldn't think that coffee and sushi go together, but this coffee house/sushi restaurant is a delight.
Crossfit South Brooklyn
This is where we got in shape for the wedding. Drop by for a class...if you dare.
Chela & Garnacha
TACOS & MARGS!!
Earl's Beer and Cheese
LOCAL GEM: When Jesse lived up in Spanish Harlem, this used to be our spot. Get the New York State Cheddar grilled cheese (cheddar, pork belly, kimchi, and a fried egg), and pair it with one of the local beers they have on rotation. Not a single tourist in sight!
Steep Rock Bouldering
A small, friendly bouldering gym with some challenging routes (and dangerously close to Earl's Beer and Cheese—see other tip). This is where Liz, Jesse and their third wheel, Jack fell in love.
Red Rooster
If you find yourself in Harlem, swing by Red Rooster for some world-famous comfort food.
Uncle Boons
Some of the best Northern Thai food in the city. Make a reservation if you can, but you can also swing by, out your name down, and then explore SoHo until your table is ready. Get the Khao Soi.
Tomoe Sushi
Best sushi for the price in the city! Cash or AmEx only.
Golden Unicorn
This one is for the Canasta ladies. Massive dim sum restaurant, which is great for big groups. Usually a line, but worth the wait.
Bobwhite Lunch and Supper Counter
Best.Fried.Chicken
Fish Cheeks
$1 oyster happy hour. Need we say more?
Central Park
Duh. Also, the leaves will hopefully be beautiful this time of year!
Whitney Museum of American Art
Duh.
Raines Law Room Chelsea
FIRST DATE ALERT! This is the site of our first date, but that's not the only reason to go. This little speakeasy makes some delicious bespoke cocktails...if you can find it ;)
The Adirondack
Our local watering hole! NY State craft beers and a friendly group of locals.
Brancaccio's Food Shop
Pork.Shoulder.Sandwich!
Rubirosa
Get the tie-dye pizza!
Prince Street Pizza
Best single slice of pizza (best enjoyed after a long night of drinking). Nate is also a big fan of the pepperoni cups.
Domino Park
Cool new park in Brooklyn with great views of the Manhattan skyline.