Best Restaurants that are Worth The Drive in Prospect Lefferts Gardens

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AstoriaBay RidgeBoerum HillBushwickClinton HillConcord

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CharmingFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasionsGreat for brunch

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Gender-neutral restroomWheelchair access

69 restaurants available nearby

A photo of Metropolis by Marcus Samuelsson restaurant

1. Metropolis by Marcus Samuelsson

4.4

Awesome(578)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Financial District

Booked 47 times today

Metropolis by Marcus Samuelsson is a vibrant contemporary American restaurant from Marcus Samuelsson within the Perelman Performing Arts Center. Metropolis is the culinary anchor of this new cultural cornerstone of Lower Manhattan and is honored to play a role in the final chapter of rebuilding the World Trade Center site. Its menu explores the rich culinary traditions of New York City through a modern lens with theatrical cocktails, a fun and worldly wine list, and gracious hospitality. Designed by David Rockwell, Metropolis features a dazzling yet warmly inviting dining room and a bustling bar, a landscaped outdoor terrace, and a lobby lounge featuring free-to-the-public artistic programming.

2. Meadowsweet

4.8

Exceptional(1607)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Williamsburg

Booked 7 times today

Polo and Stephanie opened Meadowsweet together in 2014 and they see it as an extension of their home. They both enjoy good food, friendly service and a comfortable atmosphere to dine in and that is exactly what they want their guests to experience when visiting Meadowsweet. When they are not at Meadowsweet you will find them upstate at Meadowsweet Farm with their daughter and son where they grow some amazing vegetables with Polo’s Dad to serve at Meadowsweet. They look forward to seeing you at Meadowsweet soon!

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3. Brooklyn Chop House

4.5

Awesome(2865)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • TriBeCa

Booked 38 times today

Home of the L.S.D. - Only Place On Earth where guests can enjoy Salt & Pepper / Ginger Garlic Lobster —- 3LB 35 Day Dry Aged Porterhouse Steak & 7Lb Authentic Peking Duck ALL ON ONE TABLE Dim Sum & Chops featuring one of kind - Pastrami - Bacon Cheeseburger & French Onion Soup Dumplings.Voted Best New Restaurant 2018 by Thrillist - BEST STEAKHOUSE in NYC by NEWSWEEK 2019!

4. Bamboo Walk

4.6

Exceptional(411)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Caribbean • Flatbush

Booked 19 times today

Bamboo Walk is an upscale Caribbean cuisine with flavorful food, an elegant ambiance, and exceptional service. It's perfect for a date night, a night out with friends, and special occassions.

5. ASKA

4.9

Exceptional(88)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Nordic • Williamsburg

Booked 9 times today

Chef Fredrik Berselius brings his love of nature to his urban surroundings through food at Brooklyn's only two Michelin-starred restaurant. With an emphasis on ingredients from the Northeastern region and influenced by his Scandinavian homeland, Aska, Swedish for "ashes," offers a distinctive dining experience through a procession of courses prepared from an open kitchen and served to guests of only ten tables each night.

6. Casa Ora

4.7

Exceptional(681)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Venezuelan • Williamsburg

Booked 10 times today

Created by Ivo Diaz, The Nomad and Eleven Madison Park mixologist, and resident abuela and Executive Chef Isbelis Diaz. Casa Ora is a family owned and operated Venezuelan-American Fine Dining restaurant located in East Williamsburg. We serve refined farm-to-table plates and modern cocktails.We are focused on bringing the beauty and nature of Venezuela to New York City. In times of political injustice upon Venezuelans, Casa Ora is dedicated to donating a portion of profits to families forced to seek asylum due to lack of human rights resources such as food, clean water, and government protection.

A photo of Piccola Cucina Casa restaurant

7. Piccola Cucina Casa

4.9

Exceptional(97)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Boerum Hill

Booked 30 times today

Chef Philip Guardione is bringing all the Italian flavors to Brooklyn.

8. Olivier Bistro

4.6

Exceptional(163)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• French • Park Slope

Booked 7 times today

Olivier Bistro represents true French cuisine and sensibility. Traditional French Bistro in a cozy setting with sidewalk seating that takes you to the streets of Paris. We offer daily specials, including a variety of whole fish options, oysters, and steaks sold by the oz cut from the bone. Finish your meal with our well-known creme brulee and moelleux au chocolate. We are a 5-minute drive to the Barclay Center and 5 minutes to Prospect Park. We welcome you to join us for our Brunch where you will enjoy French cuisine at its finest and yes we have Bloody Marys! We hope to see you soon!

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9. Chela Modern Mexican

4.7

Exceptional(454)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Mexican • Park Slope

Booked 12 times today

We are a modern Mexican restaurant and tequila bar. We have traditional, authentic Mexican dishes as well as innovative and creative takes on the classics. You'll find tacos, fresh-made guacamole, enchiladas and much more on our menu. Our bar has 50 types of tequilas and mezcals, as well as speciality cocktails featuring all different types of spirits, wine, beer and sangria. We look forward to serving you!

10. Brindle Room

5.0

Exceptional(592)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • East Village

Booked 2 times today

Down the block from Thompkins Square Park, celebrity chef Jeremy Spector brings you Brindle Room, serving its award winning Sebastian Burger as seen on Diners, Drive Ins and Dives. Located in New York's East Village is home to eclectic, gourmet comfort food and excellent brunch. Hand crafted cocktails with champagne infusions that leave you feeling bubbly! Come hang out and enjoy the vibes.

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ErajZVIP
New York City •30 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Always a great time here! Local gem
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MeadowsweetPrice: Expensive• American• Williamsburg
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4.8
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Chirappa
New York City •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Amazing, this location is 10/10 & much better than the one in time square. Food is delicious every time, music is good, staff is friendly & professional. I recommend this restaurant to anyone!
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Brooklyn Chop HousePrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• TriBeCa
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4.5
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OpenTable Diner
New York City •1 review
5.0
Dined on Mar 5, 2025
Amazing dinner and service tonite in an exquisitely designed space.
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Metropolis by Marcus SamuelssonPrice: Moderate• American• Financial District
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4.4
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Sasha
New York City •3 reviews
5.0
Dined on Feb 2, 2025
I always have a great time at Savvy brunch, my new office transition celebration was a success
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Savvy Bistro & BarPrice: Moderate• Bistro• Crown Heights
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4.6
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Sharlynn
New York City •1 review
4.0
Dined on Jan 26, 2025
Staff amazing friendly great experience food was good . My mother loved it will be going back
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SAGEPrice: Moderate• Thai• Williamsburg
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4.6

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