If you happen to end up in Red Hook—whether by bus, bike, or long sketchy walk across the BQE from Carroll Gardens—Fort Defiance welcomes you with open arms, your journey rewarded with delicious cocktails and hearty food. Café by day, bar by night, Fort Defiance serves smart but simple fare befitting its artisanal-minded neighbors. More

The Muffaletta ($10) at Fort Defiance defies normal sandwich proportions. More

[Photographs: Lush Life Productions] Fort Defiance feels like the perfect neighborhood spot—small, cozy, and inviting, with a solid, comforting menu and a welcoming bar. The only trouble is that the neighborhood it's in, Red Hook, isn't the most convenient... More