{"id":1209,"date":"2025-06-12T12:05:32","date_gmt":"2025-06-12T16:05:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/multi.nycnewsnetwork.com\/clintonhill\/nyc-food-scene-alert-brooklyn-steals-the-show-on-nyts-list\/"},"modified":"2025-06-12T12:05:32","modified_gmt":"2025-06-12T16:05:32","slug":"nyc-food-scene-alert-brooklyn-steals-the-show-on-nyts-list","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/nycnewsnetwork.com\/clintonhill\/nyc-food-scene-alert-brooklyn-steals-the-show-on-nyts-list\/","title":{"rendered":"NYC Food Scene Alert: Brooklyn Steals the Show on NYT’s List"},"content":{"rendered":"

Brooklyn\u2019s food scene just earned another badge of honor and it\u2019s a big one. Twenty-one local eateries have been named to <\/span>The New York Times\u2019<\/span><\/i> prestigious 2025 list of the <\/span>\u201c100 Best Restaurants in New York City,\u201d<\/b> securing over 20% of the total spots and reinforcing the borough\u2019s status as a national dining destination.<\/span><\/p>\n

The list, compiled by renowned Times food writers <\/span>Priya Krishna<\/b> and <\/span>Melissa Clark<\/b>, reflects months of anonymous tastings, expert deliberations and a deep dive into New York\u2019s staggering 20,000-strong restaurant landscape. The result: a curated collection of restaurants that are reshaping the city\u2019s culinary map and Brooklyn is clearly leading the way.<\/span><\/p>\n

Newcomers Shine, Classics Thrive<\/span><\/h2>\n

Eight of Brooklyn\u2019s honorees are <\/span>new to the list<\/span><\/a>, showing the borough\u2019s continued evolution and innovation. Among them is <\/span>Lilia<\/b>, a Williamsburg Italian standout making its list debut. <\/span>Chef Missy Robbins’<\/b> menu of finely tuned pastas, grilled seafood, and celebrated wine pairings earned high praise for marrying simplicity with excellence.<\/span><\/p>\n

Also joining the list for the first time is <\/span>Cafe Mado<\/b>, a relaxed French bistro in Prospect Heights that the Times lauded for its Caesar salad with horseradish and vibrant seasonal vegetables. Nearby in Fort Greene, <\/span>Third Falcon<\/b> drew acclaim as a \u201ccozy neighborhood treasure,\u201d delivering a rich, seasonal menu that punches far above its modest size.<\/span><\/p>\n

At the same time, Brooklyn staples continue to hold their ground. <\/span>Randazzo\u2019s Clam Bar<\/b> in Sheepshead Bay, a seafood institution dating back to 1932, was once again recognized for its enduring quality \u2014 especially its fried calamari and steamed mussels. <\/span>Gage & Tollner<\/b>, the landmark Downtown Brooklyn chophouse with a 19th-century pedigree and a 21st-century revival, impressed with its blend of old-world ambiance, oysters and masterful cocktails.<\/span><\/p>\n

Brooklyn\u2019s Cultural Table on Display<\/span><\/h2>\n

The list is also a reflection of Brooklyn\u2019s unmatched diversity. From the Trini flavors of <\/span>A&A Bake and Doubles Shop<\/b> in Bed-Stuy \u2014 known for curry chicken and fall-apart oxtails \u2014 to the refined Persian cooking at <\/span>Sofreh<\/b> in Prospect Heights, the borough\u2019s dining options echo the stories of its neighborhoods and immigrant communities.<\/span><\/p>\n

Other notable mentions include <\/span>The Four Horsemen<\/b>, a Williamsburg wine bar and culinary gem co-owned by <\/span>LCD Soundsystem\u2019s James Murphy<\/b>; <\/span>Eyval<\/b> in Bushwick, where Iranian flavors take center stage; and <\/span>Ewe\u2019s Delicious Treats<\/b>, a hidden gem in New Lots. Other restaurants making the list:<\/span><\/p>\n

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  • Aska<\/b> in Williamsburg<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Birria-Landia<\/b> in Williamsburg<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Caf\u00e9 Kestrel<\/b> in Red Hook<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Chez Ma Tante<\/b> in Greenpoint<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Court Street Grocers<\/b> in Carroll Gardens<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Hainan Chicken House<\/b> in Sunset Park<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Laghman Express<\/b> in Bensonhurst<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Lucia Pizza of Avenue X<\/b> in Sheepshead Bay<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Sailor<\/b> in Fort Greene<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Village Cafe<\/b> in Gravesend<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Zaab Zaab<\/b> in Williamsburg<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    From casual takeout counters to candlelit dining rooms, the honored restaurants reflect the full spectrum of Brooklyn cuisine \u2014 rooted in community, driven by passion, and always evolving.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

    Brooklyn\u2019s food scene just earned another badge of honor and it\u2019s a big one. Twenty-one local eateries have been named to The New York Times\u2019 prestigious 2025 list of the \u201c100 Best Restaurants in New York City,\u201d securing over 20% of the total spots and reinforcing the borough\u2019s status as a national dining destination. 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