restaurants BENCHMARK 339 2nd St. (between 4th & 5th Aves.) 718.965.7040 benchmarkrestaurant.com
CHIP SHOP 383 Fifth Ave. (between 6th & 7th Sts.) 718.832.7701 chipshopnyc.com
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Benchmark is located in an off-the-beatenpath space behind Loki Bar, on Second Street near Fifth Avenue. The amazing history of the site includes once serving as an Ice House and way station for goods that came through the Gowanus Canal via underground tunnels! History aside, neighbors come to Benchmark for its warm atmosphere and “New American” cuisine, made from pasture-raised animals and locally-grown produce. The hearty menu focuses on steaks, duck breast, seafood and burgers. Don’t forget to check out their sizable brunch menu on weekends!
The average New Yorker does not have a backyard to relax in for the warmer months. But, recently, Fifth Avenue was lucky to get its own Backyard, complete with delicious food and drinks. The outdoor space is obviously the star attraction, but it’s also a great place for brunch and small plate meals any time of year. Their simple, delicious menu includes slider sandwiches like Pulled Pork and Fig & Blue Cheese with a selection of beer, wine and bubbly. They also have an original cocktail menu with fresh, seasonal ingredients and local spirits. No backyard? Then Backyard is the next best thing.
The Chip Shop is a little bit of England, in the heart of Brooklyn. Anglophiles will feel right at home with their staple dish of deep fried cod and chips (fries for us North Americans.) But their Macaroni & Cheese and pies (Steak & Onion, Wild Mushroom, Beef Shepherds) are just as satisfying and delicious. Make sure to leave a lot of room for dessert. The Chip Shop is world famous for its deep fried Mars Bars, Twinkies, Snickers and even a double-battered Atkins Diet Bar! Wash your meal down with an English Ale or hard cider and you’ve got a little slice of heaven (or at least London), right here in Park Slope.
Aperitivo will remind you of a beautiful Paris bistro, but with simple, delicious Italian and American dishes. Regulars enjoy the relaxed environment, outdoor sidewalk seating, cocktails and brunch. But this little corner restaurant is also host to an amazing series of monthly (often sold out) dinners, focused on meal and drink pairings (Bourbon and BBQ, Crab and local beers, Scottish cuisine and whisky)! And If you like Aperitivo, don’t forget to check out their 7th Avenue outpost (Sotto Voce). They also cater events and own the Alta Voce catering space (318 Fifth Avenue).
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BACKYARD 388 Fifth Ave. (between 6th & 7th Sts.) 347.227.8018 backyardbrooklyn.com
APERITIVO 279 Fifth Ave. (between 1st & 2nd Sts.) 718.369.1123 aperitivocafe.com
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