With rows and rows of heavy wooden picnic tables and a full outdoor barbecue setup that includes a grill and smoker, Greenpoint's t.b.d. is Destination Summer. Easily accessible by East River Ferry or a short bike ride from the Williamsburg Bridge, the expansive bar and beer garden boasts the "biggest, baddest backyard in Brooklyn." More
June in New York City means outdoor dining. As soon as the temperature climbs above 65°F it seems like every restaurant in the city drags a few tables out front—even onto crowded sidewalks or in front of bus stops or into exhaust-clogged air, as former New York Times critic Frank Bruni was fond of complaining. We like our fresh air, even when that air isn't so, well, fresh. What do you think about sidewalk dining? Any table in the sunlight? Or would you rather be inside, away from the chaos of city streets? More
[Photograph: Maggie Hoffman] The Grocery 288 Smith St., Brooklyn NY 11231 (near Sackett St..; map); (718) 596-3335; thegroceryrestaurant.com Cuisine: Seasonal American Veggie Options: several appetizers, 2 main courses, four-course green plate special Tuesday-Thursday only Cost: appetizers around $14, mains $24,... More
