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BEST RESTAURANT SERVING VEGAN DESSERTS/PASTRIES VAN LEEUWEN ICE CREAM 620 Manhattan Ave, Brooklyn (718) 701-1630 - www.vanleeuwenicecream.com Van Leeuwen has redefined the game of the perfect scoop in New York City since they started selling classic and vegan ice creams out of a buttery yellow truck on the streets of Brooklyn in 2008. The emporium of cold treats has since expanded across the nation including with pints in grocery stores and also become a popular destination for tasty treats at any time of the year. The Van Leeuwen team constantly devises new flavors such as Hazelnut Fudge Crunch, Peppermint Stick, Vegan Earl Grey and Cookies with Oat Milk, and Vegan Fao Schwirl. BEST ROMANTIC DINNER D.O.C. WINE BAR 83 N 7th St, Brooklyn (718) 963-1925 - www.docwinebar.com Transport yourself to a tiny villa in Sardinia where the wine never stops flowing and the cheeses and meats taste like they were prepared just for you. D.O.C. Wine Bar is more than just a restaurant, it is an opportunity to immerse yourself in a few hours of unabashed romance and happiness. After you enter the cozy, warmly lit restaurant, don’t let the ambiance distract you from ordering plenty off the menu. Aside from the most romantic ambiance Brooklyn has to offer, D.O.C. is serving up fantastic food and a diverse list of delicious wines to boot! BEST SANDWICH DEAL ROLL-N-ROASTER 2901 Emmons Ave, Brooklyn (718) 769-6000 - www.rollnroaster.com You can have cheez on anything you pleez” anytime, day or night, at Roll-N-Roaster, the iconic Sheepshead Bay staple that’s become Brooklyn’s goto spot for great roast beef sandwiches and cheese (cheez) fries. For more than 48 years, Roll-n-Roaster has provided people with “simply delicious” food, great employment opportunities, considerable charitable contributions and beautification of the Sheepshead Bay area. After 17,000,000 Roast Beef Sandwiches sold and four expansions, Roll-n- Roaster remains the originator, not the imitator. Through their many, many years of serving high quality roast beef sandwiches, Roll-n-Roaster have become a staple of the community as well as anyone who’s hungry. BEST SEAFOOD NICK’S LOBSTER HOUSE 2777 Flatbush Ave, Brooklyn (718) 253-7117 - www.nickslobsterhouse.com For a waterfront lobster restaurant that will transport you to the coasts of New England, look no further than Nick’s Lobster House. Founded by a Sheepshead Bay fisherman who sold fresh fish right out of his boat docked at Flatbush Avenue in 1955, Nick’s serves the freshest seafood in the borough, sourced from local suppliers with quality in mind. Settle in with a drink and enjoy the gorgeous harbor views while you chow down on the freshest lobster you can find in Brooklyn. BEST SOUL FOOD/ SOUTHERN CHERYL’S GLOBAL SOUL 236 Underhill Ave, Brooklyn (347) 529-2855 - www.cherylsglobalsoul.com When you try Chef Cheryl’s cooking at her restaurant located next to Grand Army Plaza, any wonders as to why her food is called soul food will be answered: Her food may actually touch your soul! If you haven’t heard of Chef Cheryl, or her internationally inspired and infused soul food dishes, turn on the Food Channel and see if you can catch any reruns of her TV show, “Melting Pot.” If you don’t catch her there, don’t fret, because she has been featured on nearly ten other food channel shows that also air regularly. Better yet, just head down to Cheryl’s restaurant and try her food for yourself. You will not be disappointed! BEST SPANISH EL VIEJO YAYO 317 9th St, Brooklyn (718) 965-7299- www.yayo2.com Looking for some authentic Spanish cuisine? El Viejo Yayo offers a huge menu full of delicious Latin American options that will take you on a culinary journey. Known for its Lobster Paella, Baked Chicken, Chicken Soup (Sopa de pollo), and an assortment of Mofongos, all of the dishes at El Viejo Yayo are made so the customer gets the most out of every plate. Each menu option is made with the freshest ingredients, ensuring a full and happy stomach, and the full bar has a huge selection that can pair with the customer’s meal. Their friendly and well-trained staff are committed to providing guests a comfortable atmosphere with top-notch service to ensure a pleasant experience. El Viejo Yayo is the perfect place for a casual get-together, a romantic evening with your partner or even a private party. BEST STEAKHOUSE HUNTER’S STEAK & ALE HOUSE 9404 4th Ave, Brooklyn (718) 238-8899 - www.hunterssteakhouse.com For old school neighborhood steaks served up Brooklyn style, Hunters Steak and Ale House is the best steakhouse in the borough. A Bay Ridge institution for over 30 years, Hunters is the neighborhood gathering place where locals might gather for a dry-aged steak, three-course steak dinner, or a quiet pint at the fully-stocked bar. Hunter’s steak is of the highest quality, and always dry-aged to perfection on site. For a special occasion or a casual meal, Hunter’s is the obvious choice. BEST SUSHI TARO SUSHI 244 Flatbush Ave, Brooklyn (718) 398-5240 - www.tarosushibrooklyn.com You know you’re in for some top-tier Japanese cuisine thanks to the lifelong cooking experience of Taro Sushi owner and chef Yuji Sano. The cook began making Japanese food as a chef at the tender age of 18 in Japan before opening his own restaurant in the U.S. when he was 33. At his Flatbush Avenue eatery, Sano’s mastery of the art of sushi bear fruit as he satisfies his customers with a mouth-watering array of rolls and other Japanese delicacies that come as single or shared portions. BEST THAI SKYICE THAI FOOD & ICE CREAM 63 5th Ave, Brooklyn (718) 230-0910 – www.skyice.net SkyIce Thai Food & Ice Cream is a family business from the northern mountains of the Chiang Mai Province and Bangkok in Thailand. Their mission 48 DIME BEST OF BROOKLYN 2020 • WINNERS GUIDE • BESTOFBK.COM is to bring you the freshest, highest quality food with health and mother earth in mind. SkyIce takes pride in using the freshest ingredients in the preparation of all of their dishes, including the Salmon Fruits & Nuts Salad and the Chicken Green Curry Crepe. SkyIce is open late so that no matter what time you’re craving a delicious meal, they can always satisfy your hunger. While their prices are reasonable, the quality of the food and desserts are outstanding, with each dish bursting with flavor and zest! Nothing is more important to SkyIce than their customers’ satisfaction, so they make sure to have your food delivered right to your door as quickly as possible. BEST UPSCALE/FINE DINING PETER LUGER STEAKHOUSE 178 Broadway, Brooklyn (718) 387-7400 If you want to impress a business client or celebrate a special event in style, there’s no place better than Peter Luger Steakhouse in Williamsburg. It’s been consistently rated among the very best steakhouses not only in New York City, but the world over. Come dressed for success and dive into a plate of porterhouse steak, accompanied with a tomato-and-onion appetizer and side dishes including fried potatoes and creamed spinach. Remember to bring your cash though: Peter Luger doesn’t accept credit cards. BEST VEGAN PIZZERIA TONY’S 443 Knickerbocker Ave, Brooklyn (718) 455-9664 Tony’s Pizzeria is a stalwart local favorite on Bushwick’s bustling Knickerbocker Avenue. The no-frills pizzeria and restaurant offers classic slices like cheese and pepperoni, as well as a selection of gluten free and vegan options. Or why not try Tony’s other delicious dishes, such as lasagna, Philly cheese steak, garlic knots, fried ravioli, or a chicken parmigiana roll. Hungry Bushwick residents flock to Tony’s again and again for the casual cool atmosphere, perfected by the tasty comfort food. BEST VEGAN RESTAURANT CHAMPS DINER 197 Meserole St, Brooklyn (718) 599-2743 - www.champsdiner.com When trying to impress a vegan friend, look no further than Champs Diner. While maintaining a laid back, no-fuss environment, this restaurant’s vegan cuisine is off the charts with an eclectic menu that some can’t believe is vegan! Since its opening five years ago, Champs Diner has become a popular brunch and late-night dining destination. Offering delivery on Seamless and Grubhub, diners can now enjoy their favorite vegan Early Bird Burrito or Philly Cheese Steak from the comfort of their home! BEST VEGAN SANDWICH SHOP (TIE) MEME’S HEALTHY NIBBLES 707 Nostrand Ave, Brooklyn (718) 493-1375 Eating healthy in Brooklyn doesn’t have to be boring thanks to Meme’s. Business owner Mery Gueye dishes out delicious and healthy meals on Nostrand Avenue in the heart of Crown Heights. Mery noticed an absence of healthy options in the neighborhood years ago and decided to take matters into her own hands. Since then, she’s been serving the best vegan sandwiches in Brooklyn out of Meme’s, along with tons of choices of salads, snacks and organic juices. BEST VEGAN SANDWICH SHOP (TIE) PERELANDRA NATURAL FOOD CENTER 175 Remsen St, Brooklyn (718) 855-6068 This gourmet health food store turns out vegan sandwiches that would fool even the most dedicated meat lover, serving vegetable-based versions of all your favorite go-tos. Chow down on vegan BLTs, pulled pork sandwiches, reubens, and meatball subs that taste just like their meaty counterparts, but without the guilt. With a vegan-only menu, this Brooklyn Heights spot offers customers more than a dozen plant-based sandwiches for breakfast and lunch, as well as fresh juices, signature smoothies, and cleansing juice shots to wash it all down. No wonder it’s been a local favorite for 43 years! BEST VEGETARIAN RESTAURANT (TIE) ITAL KITCHEN 1032 Union Street, Brooklyn (347) 405-9727 One of Brooklyn’s best-kept secrets, Ital Kitchen brings a splash of color to the Crown Heights strip. Serving up vegetarian specialties with Caribbean accents, the tiny cafe is a great cozy spot to relax over an Ackee power pot or veggie jerk chicken – beloved by vegetarians and carnivores alike. Tucked just down Union Street off Franklin, it’s great for escaping the hustle and bustle of the avenue and enjoying some of the best vegetarian food in Brooklyn. BEST VEGETARIAN RESTAURANT (TIE) NATURAL BLEND 769 Washington Ave, Brooklyn (718) 783-1737 An organic juice bar dishing out tons of delightful treats, Natural Blend is a neighborhood institution in Prospect Heights. Founded on the belief that wellbeing is a lifestyle, Natural Blend offers wholesome, vegetarian meals alongside their delicious selection of juices and baked goods. A community-oriented space, they also hold health seminars, classes, and kids events in their space. Locals love their vegan options and smoothies – but don’t forget about the desserts and pastries, like the vegan blueberry muffin or vegan cakes! MD 12/9 BEST VIETNAMESE SAIGON GRILL & BAR 4521 Ave N, Brooklyn (718) 338-8883 Enjoy some of the best Vietnamese food in town at Saigon Grill and Bar in Bergen Beach, where topnotch cuisine and an upscale setting come together to bring customers a memorable eating experience. 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