I'm soo happy I finally got to experience Tiny's Cantina over the weekend for brunch. The weather…read moremight have been brisk outside but the staff brought the warm and coziness to the restaurant vibe inside. I came here around noon and the place haven't been filled up yet but that was truly toward my benefit as my waiter, Jeff was extra attentive (yay me!). He offered me both brunch and regular menu and was very friendly and eager to assist me if I needed it. After making all my choices, he complimented and said I made good choices and whether if that was true or not, it made me felt happy. Lol. All of the food portion were huge. I ordered their wings as my appetizer, shrimp/bacon taco for entrée and tres leche for dessert. With that they also offered me some fresh fried taco with homemade salsa that was really delicious and made me wanting more even though I had to pace myself. Presentation wise, it was all instagramable. They restaurant is very conscious about presentation so that was a huge plus. As for taste, it was all good. I especially enjoy my shrimp/bacon taco as it was huge and those trio-side sauce (hot sauce, green sauce and pumpkin sauce) was just outright slamming. As for portion it was larger then life, especially for one person. Honestly I think it could feed two people as I ended up taking half of it home. Overall, I enjoyed myself, felt really relaxed, enjoyed their playlist and especially my waiter, Jeff that help tied my experience with Tiny Cantina in nicely. Thank you again to our CM, Morlene, Jeff, my waiter and Tiny Cantina for this special treat!!

This place was super cute. I had the burrito bowl. It was good. Probably something on the healthier…read moreside considering the grilled chicken and fresh ingredients. The only gripe I had was seasoning. It lacked flavor which is huge in Latin food. Mexican food is probably one of my favorite types of cuisines because of the fresh ingredients, because of all the time, energy and culture attached to the food so it was slightly underwhelming. A bit bland. But the service was great. Our server was so nice. We got the highly instagramable pizza. It was lovely and very filling but couldn't done with a feels radishes. If you love radishes, get the pizza. The drinks were refreshing and tasty. Definitely recommend checking it out. My Yelp fren had the diablo shrimp which was spicy. It looked really good and seemed super flavorful.

No regrets signing up for this wonderful Yelp Elite Event. This was my second time attending an…read moreevent here (the first time was two summers ago). The Franklin is a black owned restaurant located in Bedstuy which is not far from Crown Heights. Although I'm not a vegetarian or vegan, I enjoyed the pita bread, fresh olives, cheese, hummus, and vegetables. The Rose wine was my absolutely favorite out of the three wines that we got to try. The restaurant is cozy and clean. The owner really sold me on how great the Happy Hour is here so I'll definitely return. There's conveniently a liquor store located next door to The Franklin. This event was wonderful from beginning to end. Thanks so much for putting together yet another great experience.

Wow! Just wow! I had a fantastic time at The Franklin last night. Two previous Yelp events were…read morehosted here and now I completely understand why attendees keep coming back. The space itself is great: cozy, dimly lit with soft music creating the perfect ambiance for conversation. It's intimate enough to feel special but versatile enough for gatherings of any size. I hade the opportunity to chat with Elliott, the owner, who explained to me that this place used to be a bodega, and the passion he put into creating this space which feels modern and cozy while keeping elements of the original bodega. Elliott's passion for wine was evident from his detailed introduction about the business and their offerings. Beyond hosting great events, The Franklin offers a generous happy hour schedule that makes it perfect for casual wine tastings. The whole concept - inside and out - is just wonderful. I can easily see hosting a private event here or stopping by for a relaxed evening with friends. We were treated to three wines (the Grillo and Rosé were my favorites) paired with three, veggie-centric small plates (to celebrate Vegetarian Awareness Month) that exceeded expectations. The bread and cheese plate, especially the cheese with jam, was absolutely delicious. The hummus was super-fluffy and light, and the salad with parmesan shavings were crisp, perfectly fresh, and beautifully executed. Huge thanks to Morlene, Erin, and the Yelp Team for organizing yet another wonderful event, and to Elliott and his staff for their incredible hospitality.

DUMBO is such a cool neighborhood with a great vibe! The cobblestone streets, views of the bridges,…read moreand waterfront parks make it a fun area to wander around. That said, prepare yourself for the crowd at the iconic Washington Street photo spot-there are so many people packed into that one block all trying to get that classic shot of the Manhattan Bridge framed by the brick buildings! It's definitely worth stopping by to grab your photo and explore the nearby shops and water views, just be prepared to share the space with plenty of fellow tourists!

Scenic views and great architecture. Dumbo has its own website where they post events. There are…read moreall kinds of things going on - movies, happy hours, lectures and workshops. Also the famous annual Dumbo Drop where toy elephants on parachutes fill the sky. Brooklyn Bridge Park offers beautiful views of the skyline and public art displays. There's also Jane's carousel. Carousel hours and ticket prices are posted on their website. Lots to do. Try to go here early before it gets too crowded. Wear comfortable shoes.

The Borough of Brooklyn is my second choice if I'm not living in Manhattan which is my First…read morechoice! I've got so many friends who live there and I've visited a lot. There's so much vibrant graffiti and art plus coffee shops and every specialty shop you can imagine. If I can't get to my favorite Brooklyn Business I order online for delivery. That's what I did with City League Coffee Roasters. It's so good and your purchase supports a good cause. Search out Brooklyn businesses and support your favorites! I'm recommending you visit this Borough too. Go to the museum and parks. It's absolutely beautiful!

"Is Brooklyn in the house?! Without a doubt!!" Brooklyn is…read moremy favorite Borough! It Is "The Melting Pot" of "The Melting Pot"! This is coming from a true Brooklynite! Even though most of North Brooklyn is now gentrified, it has not completely lost its cultural identity! I'm happy that cultural institutions such as the Brooklyn Museum and Brooklyn Academy of Music (BAM) have been preserved! They definitely help to maintain a sense of community and history, in addition to the many Soul Food, African and Caribbean restaurants that still remain. Not to mention, Moshood is still standing strong! For those of you who don't know, Moshood is a Nigerian designer that's been around for ages..he designs African apparel and accessories for Men and Women. The flagship store has been a neighborhood staple on Fulton St in Fort Greene since the mid nineties, until they relocated to a new location in Bed Stuy in 2019. It is most definitely a Neighbourhood treasure! Brooklyn is also home to the beautiful Prospect Park, the historical / famous Coney Island amusement park ( Both Sooo Nostalgic!), the Brooklyn Botanical gardens, Brooklyn Promenade and so much more!! Speaking of the Promenade, If you're in the mood for a nice stroll, stop at the Häagen-Dazs shop on Montague Street for a sweet treat, then go for a walk along the Brooklyn Promenade! The breathtaking views of the Manhattan skyline, the East River, and the Brooklyn Bridge are remarkable! This never gets old! Shopping downtown BK? Take a break and stop at thee Famous Junior's Cheesecake for a-slice of heaven on Flatbush ave ext!! There is so much to do in Brooklyn and so much to appreciate here! Simple pleasures!! The diverse neighborhoods, each with its own distinct character and history, reflect the borough's overall multicultural identity. The mix of cultures has resulted in a unique blend of traditions, cuisines, and artistic expressions. I'm gonna bring this to a close now or else I'll be writing all night lol..my love for this borough runs so deep!! It'll always have a special place in my heart, no matter where I move to!!

Stopped by here after working in the area. I went with the Fatty Patty (double Patty with cheese),…read morealong with 60/40 burger patty, which was Impossible and Beyond mix with Bacn Bites. For my side, I chose the Yucca Fries. The burger was tasty looking and hearty, with almost all the veggies, including lettuce, tomatoes, grilled onions, mushroom, pickles, and bell peppers. I enjoyed the blend of Impossible and Beyond. The Bacn Bites were distinctly discernible in a delicious way. It was also tender and well seasoned. The veggies were fresh, crunchy, and flavorful. Cheese was nice and melty. Yucca Fries came with Deuce sauce. I also asked for Fatboys sauce to try. Yuca Fries were perfectly crunchy, dusted with a variety of spices. It was yummy, but it had a bit of a kick. Service was friendly and welcoming. Much appreciation to Fatboy's Vegan Burgers for opening up your place and being so generous. Also, thank you to Morlene and Yelp team for this lovely perk to try their burger and a side.

This was amazing! I not only got a chance to try yummy vegan dishes but got a chance to speak with…read morethe even more amazing chef SCOTT! I learned that the business has been there for four years!!! He's a one man show cooking taking orders handling it all with grace! I order the HIJJA (similar to a chop cheese) and the nuggets. Scott made the best recommendations for sauce sides and drinks. I am not a vegan but he knew just what I would like. I ate at the establishment which has a small eating area equipped with stools. I ordered water as a drink. I will def be coming here again and hype to know that it is walking distance to my Job! Thank you CM, Scott, YELP!!!

I haven't been to Atlantic Antic in years. This is a huge street festival with tons of vendors…read moreselling clothes, jewelry, food you name it and was probably at this festival. It was sooo crowded and hard to see every vendor. The weather was beautiful and it was so happy I wore comfortable shoes. They had a few activities for the kids and some street performances. You definitely need patience and comfortable clothes and shoes to maneuver the crowds.

I've never seen this many jerk chicken vendors in one place, so far enjoyed a combo from Four the…read moreHard Way. I was drawn there by the smokiness. I also liked the optional gravy for the rice; I chose goat curry. The Bake and Shark from Heather's was a dazzling melange of flavors and textures. There's hot sauce, but pineapple too. Since I didn't get to Minnesota for the state fair grilled peach I was glad to see Songbird Fruit had one here. I enjoyed shows from DJ Tyler B & Bruff Da Crowdpleaser and Nice Brass.

I asked a coworker to come join me last minute to come have some pho on this dark, damp day, and he…read morewas very curious to see what a Yelp Elite Event was all about. Although try as hard as he might, he didn't get the Elite treatment since he's not even close to my level; I said this could be you one day! Walked right up to the counter and placed our orders with minimal issues in deciding what to go for. I opted to claim my chicken spring roll, a smoked beef brisket pho, and a Vietnamese cold coffee to stay. These three items where under $30 all together, and was grateful to get to be a part of this YEE experience! Shoutout to the Brooklyn Yelp Team! The chicken spring roll was bouncy, and the chicken inside looked like a chicken wing; very visually satisfying. The peanut dipping sauce was very flavorful and deep in umami. A great addition to the meal; highly recommend! I couldn't get over how packed my beef brisket pho was! I've been to some places that have way more broth than the noodles ratio, and this place made it 1:1. It was such a comforting bowl to have on such a damp fall day; really happy with the depth of the broth. How could vegan beef broth be so good?!?! What else blew me away was my coworker's vegan chicken in his pho. It tasted EXACTLY like chicken! Great texture and plenty of meat in every noodley bite! The Vietnamese cold coffee was also a very pleasant first time surprise! I've never had it before, and loved how refreshing, light, and sweet it was! It really would be lovely to have on a super hot and humid day, that's for sure. Great depth of flavor in the coffee itself with Lucy's adorable packaging. Come for the vibes; come for the pho; come for the love of Lucy's!

I am 100% coming back to Lucy's- I am obsessed! The inside is very cozy and cute (great date night…read morevibes), but we took ours to-go so this is their takeout review. The food was packaged securely in their own reusable bags and fully maintained their quality! The shrimp spring roll was big and delicious, and the pho was some of the most comforting I've had in a while. You get a really big portion that is very much worth what you pay, not to mention the smoked brisket is so TENDER, you'll fall in love. I also saved my Vietnamese Coffee (comes bottled as shown) for the next morning and it was SO TASTY. Not overly sweet but still very addicting. Revived my morning. Between the tea or the coffee- go for the coffee. 10/10 experience, I'm excited now to try all the variations on their menu!

Everyman Espresso is a quaint coffee shop located in the Park Slope section of Brooklyn. Snowcubes…read moreis having their pop-up for this event / experience at Everyman Espresso in Park Slope. Thanks to Yelp Brooklyn Community Manager Morlene C., & to Snowcubes Owner Leo. Leo was so kind and shared that he and his wife started Snowcubes. He talked about the product and gave information on how they create these tasty treats. Snowcubes are handcrafted Snow- Flake Crisps treats. Snowcubes Owner Leo gave us Strawberry Matcha Snowcubes (small box) & Classic Snowcubes (medium box). Both the Strawberry Matcha Snowcubes (ingredients include crackers, marshmallows, dried strawberries, pistacchio, matcha, etc.), and the Classic Snowcubes (ingredients include crackers, marshmallows, cranberries, pistacchio) are light, airy, chewy, crisppy, and absolutely delicious! I enjoyed some one day and then had the rest of the Snowcubes w/ tea for breakfast the next day. Thanks, Leo! Website - trysnowcubes.com Instagram - @trysnowcubes Snowcubes Owner Leo shared that one can order Snowcubes via their website to have it shipped. Everyman Espresso is a good place for anyone who finds themselves on 5th Ave in Park Slope and wants to get coffee, tea, pastries, etc. in a cozy establishment. Website - everymanespresso.com Instagram - @everymanespresso Everyman Espresso Hours - Mon-Fri. - 7am - 6pm & Sat. /Sun.- 8am -6pm

What a cool experience! The Staff were friendly and I had no issues picking up my snow cubes…read more I did take advantage of the discount and get a matcha yuzu spritzer that was perfect for the hot day! I was able to sit and enjoy it inside the cafe. I would say the snow cubes are similar in taste to a rice krispy treat but more fresh and light flavor wise. I enjoyed the textures and the bite sized pieces. I even let my parents try some and they enjoyed it!

Delicious is the one word that I would choose to describe how the taste of the vegan lentil soup,…read morethe hood healer drink and the matcha latte that I purchased. All three menu items were absolutely amazing. The hood healer drink really impressed me. As I sipped my drink, I was intrigued and delighted at the same time by how good it was. Thank you Secret Garden for sharing your business with us and inviting us into your space. Thank you to Yelp and Morlene for this community experience at Secret Garden.

This is a bespoke and inviting neighborhood storefront. On a Saturday afternoon, they only had a…read moresidewalk walk-up counter available. Not sure if they have indoor seating on other days. They had a table and a few benches for seating outside. The Hood Healer beverage was delicious. It was served iced, but I think it would be quite tasty warm as well. It had cardamom and chocolate and was not overly sweet. Even though it was cold, it felt like a sip of comfort and coziness. I also tried the coconut latte, which was pleasantly sweet with very subtle coconut flavor. The oatmeal raisin cookie was a nice balance of crunchy and chewy. The vegan lentil soup was delicious. It was wonderfully flavorful and hearty. Absolutely a must try. The menu and featured dishes were displayed across colorful handwritten signs. A great business to support locally!

What a cute little spot & conveniently located near the train station. Altho my google gps was all…read moreover the place, I finally made it on time. liked the decor a lot, giving Kind of a vintage vibe. My first time coming here & to my surprise it was packed. Thank you Morlene for the office hours & my free refresher! I appreciate you & your hard work. This was my first ever office hours with Morlene ! And had a great time with other yelpers. Met some new beautiful people also. Hopefully it will be a new beginning with new friends! I was gonna take pictures with everyone but we were so busy chitchatting I forgot lol..! I tried their iced cappuccino & it was great. They were very nice & gave us some bite sized snacks to try. It was delicious, I will definitely recommend this place to everyone! Thank you guys for everything!

Surprisingly, it's actually not too far of a distance (more like half an hour) to take the 2 or 5…read moretrain from Times Square to Ciao Bella Coffee in Flatbush. Plus, it's just a short 2-min walk from Winthrop St Stop. You might even miss the spot easily because it's not too noticeable on the corner of a block. Ciao Bella (Italian) = "Hello/Goodbye, Beautiful" in English. Storefront isn't too big and the indoor space is on the smaller side. Nevertheless, the space size doesn't hurt the ambiance + relaxing vibes at the coffee shop. Upon arrival, the funky interior design gives off a vintage yet stylish sense. I see that people are sitting on the sofa & bar stools while drinking coffee and working on their laptops. Besides the indoor seating, there's an outdoor seating area both with red scaffold and ones out in the open with the sun beating down on people's back. Noise level wise is moderately quiet with the music playing in the background. What catches my attention the most are: 1) the glossy wooden guitar hanging on the wall as decorations & 2) a green felt chair with gold designs on the fabric material right next to the couch. I would love to have a comfy chair like that in my living room too. Super quick service from super respectful, friendly and helpful staff. Strong taste of coffee in the complimentary iced mocha that I'm able to order because of Morlene, thank you for treating us with drinks on a humid summer day. And the bonus is, she gifts us each of a studded Yelp tumbler who has showed up for the Yelp Community Event. Thank you to the staff (sorry I didn't get to catch your name) at Ciao Bella who comes out with a plate of Snickerdoodle and Chai cookies for the bites. There's free wifi and even a single clean restroom stall for customers in the back. The small conversation with each other is flowing with new restaurant and cafe suggestions/recommendations for future arrangements and exploring in the city. Everyone is so nice and interactive. I actually like having more intimate events like this at coffee shops because you get to have longer conversations and catch up with other Yelpers. Would like to see more workshop-related events in the future as well. I have stayed for the entire 3 hours for Ciao Bella, but you don't have to if you're in a rush. We're free to just grab a coffee and go or can stay for an hour or two and then leave on our own. No judgment and very chill vibes indeed. Thank you again to Morlene & Yelp for the Community Event invite. Thank you for the cute red Yelp tumbler. Grateful for Ciao Bella Coffee for hosting us at their cozy space.