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Things To Do
Greenpoint Beer & Ale Co.
Another one of the best places if you love beer is Greenpoint Beer & Ale Co. - located close to Queens but still on the Brooklyn side! This is a German-style brewpub that serves up pub grub like soft pretzels, sausages, and burgers paired with their brews on draft from pilsners to ales. Because of the German-inspired fare and bar, you can get some great German-style beers and Central European style brews to drink here.
Threes Brewing Greenpoint
Threes Brewing is known for its quality lagers and pilsners, those perfect day drinking beers as well as having a great, well-rounded offering of IPAs. They also offer a full bar in case you’re trying to find a place that might also be suitable for non-beer drinkers or someone looking for a cocktail.
Peter Pan Donut & Pastry Shop
One of the best places to visit for a sweet tooth Peter Pan Donut and Pastry Shop, who serves up some of the best old fashioned style donuts around! This magical little spot is a classic and has been around since the 1950s. Besides getting a classic donut, you can get other bakery staples here from coffee, egg sandwiches, and even egg cream!
Brooklyn Ice Cream Factory
Check out this classic ice creamery by tasting and sampling their homemade hot fudge and old fashioned ice cream that’s freshly made. They keep it simple, there are just 8 flavors to try and be warned, their servings are generous!
Karczma
Greenpoint is known to be a historically Polish neighborhood & Karczma is one of the most famous and popular Polish restaurants in the area. The word translates to 'the tavern' and you can find their full Polish menu including kielbasa and what some say are the best pierogies in town in their traditional feeling Polish countryside atmosphere! Check out Polka Dot for more of a trendier and modern feeling spot that serves up traditional Polish food like house-made pierogies, different flavored Polish pancakes, dumplings, and various meat dishes. Also - Krolewskie Jadlo is one of the most fun Polish eateries in Greenpoint. Loaded with a full Polish menu, you can enjoy your Old World eats in this medieval feeling setting and explore the flavors of Poland.
Paulie Gee's
One of the most famous restaurants in Greenpoint is Paulie Gee’s pizzeria. Like many of the other most famous pizza spots in Brooklyn, expect there to be long waits for a table here. This is considered one of the best spots in the entire city for Neapolitan style wood-fired pizza. The setting really has a 60s and 70s theme to it. Luckily, to get a taste of this famous pizza, you no don’t have to wait for a table, you can always grab a slice to go!
Café Grumpy - Greenpoint
If you are not only a fan of seriously good coffee but also of the HBO series Girls - head into Cafe Grumpy! This was the spot Ray in the hit TV show worked and ran his cafe and was used many times throughout filming the series. Honestly, spotting a celebrity here isn’t that uncommon either because they are located next to Broadway Stages, a production studio where “Royal Pains,” “Blue Bloods” and “The Good Wife” are filmed.
Homecoming
This is more than just a cafe - this coffee shop is also a flower shop and home goods shop! So if you need the perfect gift, flowers, or a little pick me up this is your go-to spot! Plus, it’s incredibly charming :)
Littleneck Outpost
Littleneck Outpost is a coffee shop/cafe offering breakfast, lunch, and a full coffee program. It’s a light and bright little space, perfect for a quick bite. You can get a lobster or crab roll, or something on the kind of healthy side like a scramble or avocado toast.
McCarren Park
Right on the border of Greenpoint and Williamsburg is a great urban greenspace called McCarren Park. Perfect for a nice stroll and some good people watching.