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[title]Adelina’s Get espresso in the morning and tap wine later in the day at this café-bar. The 36-seat spot—which is modeled after the blue-collar fraschettas of Rome—also features fresh cornetti (sweet Italian croissants) and rustic savory bites, including bruschette and fried pizza. 159 Greenpoint Ave between Manhattan Ave and McGuinness Blvd, Greenpoint, Brooklyn (no phone yet)
Brooklyn Brine Chef-turned-pickle-maker Shamus Jones burst onto the locavore brining scene in 2009, with inspired flavor combos including lavender asparagus, chipotle carrots and fennel beets. Now the esteemed full-sour fanatic opens the first Brooklyn Brine retail shop, featuring windows into the company’s 2,300-square-foot factory in back, as well as tours available daily. Here, you’ll find the full line of preserved seasonal veggies—including the TONY-approved Whiskey Sour Pickles and a spicy cuke spiked with Dogfish Head’s 60 Minute IPA—plus store-exclusive offerings, such as Chinese-five-spice ramps. Jones also showcases limited-edition jars of pickles fermented in white-oak bourbon barrels, which lend hints of vanilla and woody tannin to the brined produce, from Finger Lakes Distilling. At the end of July, he will kick off cooking classes, such as one on jasmine kombucha pickles, around the spot’s red-oak communal table. 574 President St between Third and Fourth Aves, Gowanus, Brooklyn (347-223-4345)
Cafe Dada Inspired by 1920s bohemian Paris, this Park Slope coffeehouse features old-world touches: antique pharmacy signs, hanging spoons and a counter made from old shutters. Sip on Blue Bottle Coffee and nibble a freshly baked Hungarian pastry, or tuck into a full meal (chicken-paprikás crêpe; croissant sandwich stuffed with salmon, feta and hard-boiled egg slices). 57 Seventh Ave at Lincoln Pl, Park Slope, Brooklyn (718-622-2800)
The Custom House Knock back a brew at this 80-seat pub, which offers 16 tap beers, among them Genesee Cream Ale, Guinness and Peak Organic. A 40-foot marble-topped bar is the focal point of the high-ceilinged space, which also features a trio of flat screens showing live sports. The kitchen churns out regular pub grub, like burgers and wings, as well as Irish staples, such as Shepherd’s pie. 139 Montague St between Clinton and Henry Sts, Brooklyn Heights, Brooklyn (718-643-6000)
Dieci Pizzeria & Osteria This taverna features simple Italian fare, including pizzas (speck, rucola, shaved Parmigiano), fresh pastas (gnocchi in a creamy Gorgonzola sauce) and polpette di verdure (fried zucchini-eggplant-and-tomato patties served with arugula and goat cheese). The 100-seat spot features light yellow walls, ceramic-tiled floors and a stained-wood bar. 10 Devoe St between Lorimer St and Union Ave, Williamsburg, Brooklyn (347-599-2009)
Everyman Espresso Rock-star barista Sam Penix opens his second location, a high-concept brew bar in Soho. As at the original, Penix will offer Counter Culture beans, Downtown Cookie Co. treats and Ceci-Cela croissants. But this 15-seat spot—kitted out with oak floors, vintage steel cabinets and walnut bench seating—is a sharp departure from most New York cafés. Penix did away with everyday coffeeshop comforts, including overhead menus and "condiment" stations of sugar and milk. Chat up the barista to find out what brew method (options include espresso, AeroPress and Chemex) is best for your choice of beans. Low countertops offer both coffee geeks and neophytes a view of all the hot-brew action. 301 West Broadway at Canal St (no phone yet)
Governor Chef Brad McDonald will dish out farm-to-table plates like chicken breast with farro porridge and sweet cherries, and fresh cheese served alongside favas, peas, morels and chicken caramel. The bi-level restaurant features 20-foot ceilings, a garden wall and views of the East River through arched windows. 1 Main St at Plymouth St, Dumbo, Brooklyn (718-858-4756)
Greenwood Park Park Slope brew hounds can kick back at this massive 13,000-square-foot beer garden. Sixty taps dispense more than 20 different craft brews, including Sixpoint, Captain Lawrence and Brooklyn Brewery. In warmer climes, order yours with a burger or hot dog at outdoor picnic tables, or rally a group of friends for a game of bocce on one of three courts. When the temperatures drop, settle by the fireplace and watch the game on a flatscreen TV. The former mechanic-lot space conjures its roots with recycled furnishings, like an original car lifter, cinder-block walls and a backyard bar crafted from a former shipping container. 555 Seventh Ave between 19th and 20th Sts, Park Slope, Brooklyn (no phone yet)
Kingston Hall The owners of Ninth Ward bring Red Stripe and jerk chicken to the East Village with this 2,400-square-foot Jamaican-themed joint. Sip tropical cocktails, like the signature Drunken Coconut, a mix of the namesake fruit’s liquid, spiced rum and pineapple juice served in a coconut shell. You can soak up all the boozing with Caribbean classics, such as coconut shrimp with mango chutney, conch fritters and a blackened snapper sandwich. The lavishly appointed space features four areas: a foliage-lined outdoor balcony; a billiard hall decorated with a fireplace and stained-glass windows; a private back room with fabric walls; and a main bar outfitted with brown leather banquettes and books, plus ill-considered props, including antique scales and other “drug lab paraphernalia.” 149 Second Ave between 9th and 10th Sts, second floor (212-672-2663)
The Parlour at the Roger Chef Julie Farias (Goat Town) consulted on the menu of this bi-level American bistro. Choose from refined comfort-food fare, including an oyster po' boy with fennel slaw, mac and cheese, and soda-dipped fried chicken with sriracha-honey and yogurt sauces, plus a homemade ice-cream sandwich with chocolate-chip cookies and vanilla ice cream. The 65-seat space features marble tables, blue-and-white-striped banquettes and antique chandeliers. 131 Madison Ave at 31st St (212-448-7000)
Pier NYC This waterside 'cue and seafood shack is the sophomore project from brothers Jonathan and Salvatore Hoo (Riverwalk). Pit master Josh Bowen(John Brown Smokehouse) grills up pulled pork, lamb sausage and pastrami, while chef David Santos (Per Se, Bouley) oversees the seafood-shack operation, plating up dishes like wild-striped-bass ceviche and Spanish gazpacho. Seating is alfresco, with 60 stainless steel seats at teak tables, all boasting expansive East River vistas. Pier Waterfront at West Promenade (646-648-2020)
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