Williamsburg’s status is consistently notable among trendy Brooklyn neighborhoods. The ever-expanding dining options are one of the most appealing aspects the area has to offer, and it can be difficult to try and pinpoint which restaurants are actually worth checking out. The best restaurants in Williamsburg have earned their titles through good food, great ambiance, and amazing customer service. Save time scrolling through endless web pages and satisfy all your dining needs in one swoop.
Cafe Mogador
This Moroccan gem offers stellar Mediterranean fare and a low-lit, relaxing ambiance with friendly and attentive waitstaff ready to make your experience a seamless one! If you’re craving it, Breakfast and Lunch are served every day except on weekends until 4 p.m. Cafe Mogador also has a location in the East Village where they originally got their start.
Sweet Chick
You can never go wrong with southern-style cooking, which is why Sweet Chick specializes in the finest chicken and waffle recipes you can imagine. New versions of this simple dish are added all the time, but their menu goes above and beyond, including meals like buttermilk biscuit breakfast sandwiches, chicken salads, and sandwiches customized to your choosing. When in the mood for good comfort food, be sure to stop by this location.
Peter Luger Steak House
This classic Michelin-star restaurant is routinely lauded as one of the best Steakhouses in New York City. Peter Luger got its start in 1887 and has been wowing guests’ tastebuds ever since. The decor is rustic and German-inspired, making for a cozy meal. Slabs of finely cut meat are dry-aged onsite and broiled to perfection. Patrons can’t get enough of this legendary Steakhouse! The restaurant is cash-only so be prepared.
Kokomo
This unique, Caribbean-inspired restaurant provides customers with an immersive experience that blends distinct architecture, art, and elegant cuisine into one unforgettable experience. The restaurant staff draws from twenty-nine different island countries and it shows in the upscale menu offerings at Kokomo, featuring staples like jerk chicken, braised oxtail stew, and jackfruit tacos. Reservations are recommended and overly casual clothing such as tank tops, slides, beachwear, crocs, and sweatpants are not permitted.
Traif
New American food with a romantic ambiance, Traif’s co-owners Jason and Heather Marcus have both taken their extensive professional cooking experience and combined it into one iconic storefront. Patrons can choose between a standard menu or the chef's 10-course tasting menu for $56 a person. Service is efficient and meals are well-paced, you’ll definitely be getting the most for your money in terms of portions and taste.
